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Iran asks FIFA to move World Cup matches from US to Mexico

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Key Points
  • Iran has reportedly asked FIFA to move its World Cup matches from the US to Mexico.
  • The request comes after US President Donald Trump reportedly said Iran's participation would be inappropriate due to the war.
  • Iran is qualified for the World Cup this summer and faces Belgium, New Zealand, and Egypt in the group stage.

Iran has reportedly asked FIFA to review the possibility of moving its matches in the men's football World Cup from the United States to Mexico. The country is qualified for the World Cup this summer and was set to play its three group stage matches in the US. According to reports, US President Donald Trump has said he believes it would be inappropriate for Iran to participate in the tournament due to the ongoing war.

The World Cup is also being held in Mexico and Canada. Iran's sports minister Ahmed Donjamali reportedly said he hopes conditions are created so that Iran can participate. In the group stage, Iran faces Belgium, New Zealand, and Egypt.

he believes it would be inappropriate for Iran to participate in the tournament due to the ongoing war

Donald Trump, US President

DPA has sought comment from FIFA.

he hopes conditions are created so that Iran can participate

Ahmed Donjamali, Iran's sports minister

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