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Iran suffers a major setback as winger Ali Gholizadeh is ruled out of the World Cup with an ACL injury. The 30-year-old star, just named Poland's player of the month, will miss the tournament, compounding challenges from geopolitical tensions and a disrupted domestic league.
FIFA has invited the Iranian Football Federation to its Zurich headquarters for a crucial meeting to discuss preparations for the upcoming World Cup. The meeting signals a collaborative effort to ensure smooth participation, with logistical, organizational, and political implications for Iran's national team.
After skipping the FIFA Congress in Canada, Iranian federation heads are invited to Zurich by May 20 to coordinate their 2026 World Cup campaign. The meeting aims to ensure Iran's readiness and participation in the tournament.
Donald Trump has approved Iran's participation in the World Cup after a top envoy demanded replacing them with Italy. Discover the political and sporting ramifications of this decision.
In a surprising shift, US President Donald Trump has softened his hardline stance on Iran's national team for the 2026 World Cup, potentially removing barriers to their participation in the tournament.
Australia grants humanitarian visas to five Iranian women's national soccer players who refused to sing their anthem at the Asian Cup, shielding them from potential punishment in Iran.
Day seven of the 2018 FIFA World Cup saw Portugal, Uruguay, and Spain clinch 1-0 victories, with goals from Ronaldo, Suárez, and Costa. Uruguay and Russia advance to the knockout stage, while Morocco and Saudi Arabia are eliminated.
The 2018 FIFA World Cup group stage concluded with dramatic exits for defending champions Germany, Iran, Nigeria, and Senegal. Key matches included Argentina's narrow survival, South Korea's upset over Germany, and Colombia advancing at Senegal's expense.