"We have informed FIFA that the decisions taken have nothing to do with sports, and the members of the Iranian delegation will not participate in the World Cup draw, he told state television last week. We have told the head of FIFA, Mr [Gianni] Infantino, that it is purely a political position and that FIFA must tell them [US] to desist from this behaviour, added Taj."
"Iranian football team's head coach Ardeshir Amir Ghalenoei has arrived in Washington, DC, with a delegation of the Islamic Republic of Iran Football Federation, before the draw for the FIFA World Cup 2026. FIFA confirmed the delegation's presence in the United States capital on Friday, as preparations continue for the expanded 48-team tournament next summer, which will be hosted by the US, Canada and Mexico."
"FIFA has welcomed the arrival of the Islamic Republic of Iran Football Federation delegation to Washington, DC, including head coach Ardeshir Ghalenoei, to attend the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Draw and the team seminar, the global body said in a statement. FIFA looks forward to continuing to work with the Federation and the host country authorities to ensure preparations for their participation at the FIFA World Cup 2026 next summer."
Head coach Ardeshir Amir Ghalenoei arrived in Washington, DC, with a delegation of the Islamic Republic of Iran Football Federation to attend the FIFA World Cup 2026 draw. FIFA confirmed the delegation's presence as preparations continue for the expanded 48-team tournament co-hosted by the US, Canada and Mexico. Iran had initially threatened a boycott after applying for nine visas and receiving only four, including for Ghalenoei; FFIRI president Mehdi Taj was denied a visa and called the decision political. FIFA welcomed the delegation and said it will work with the Federation and host authorities to prepare for Iran's participation in the tournament.
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