"We had a meeting today and it is premature to comment in detail, but we will monitor developments around all issues around the world. We had the finals draw in Washington in which all teams participated and our focus is on a safe World Cup with all the teams participating."
"We will continue to communicate as we always do with three [host] governments as we always do in any case. Everybody will be safe."
Following US military strikes on Iran, FIFA announced it will monitor developments surrounding the situation. Iran qualified for the World Cup through the AFC and is scheduled to play Belgium, New Zealand, and Egypt in Group G, with matches hosted in Los Angeles and Seattle. FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafstrom stated the organization had discussed the matter and emphasized focus remains on ensuring a safe World Cup with all teams participating. FIFA plans to continue communication with the three host governments involved and reaffirmed commitment to participant safety throughout the tournament.
Read at ESPN.com
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