"Iran will be at the World Cup. We're delighted because they're a very, very strong team, I'm very happy. The matches will be played where they are supposed to be, according to the draw."
"I've seen the team, I've spoken to the players and the coach, so everything is fine."
"Iran's Minister of Sports and Youth Ahmad Donyamali has also said his country is not in a position to participate in the tournament."
Fifa president Gianni Infantino confirmed Iran's participation in the World Cup, despite uncertainties due to the US-Israel war. The Iranian football federation had considered relocating matches to Mexico. Infantino expressed delight in Iran's strong team and stated that matches would occur as scheduled in the US. Iran is set to play against New Zealand, Belgium, and Egypt in June. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum offered to host matches if necessary, but Infantino affirmed the original plans. Iran's Minister of Sports indicated uncertainty about participation.
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