Iran At FIFA World Cup 2026: Team Melli Cleared For Takeoff, But Officials Left Waiting
Published on: June 6, 2026, 7:46 p.m. | Source: Outlook India
United States President Donald Trump had earlier discouraged Iran from participating in the FIFA World Cup 2026. Team Melli will play their first two games in Inglewood, California, against New Zealand on June 15, and Belgium six days later, then head to Seattle to face Egypt on June 26. Iran and the U.S. could meet in the round of 32 on July 3 in Arlington, Texas, if both teams come second in their groups
