FIFA holds ‘positive’ talks with Iranian football officials on World Cup
FIFA has held constructive talks with Iranian football officials regarding Iran's participation in the upcoming World Cup, addressing concerns about visa access and regional tensions. Iran's football chief, Mehdi Taj, stated that FIFA offered solutions to all 10 issues raised by the Iranian delegation. Despite recent entry denials for Taj in Canada, FIFA expressed confidence in Iran's involvement in the tournament.
- ▪FIFA Secretary-General Mattias Grafstrom held a positive meeting with Iran's football chief Mehdi Taj in Istanbul.
- ▪Iran is scheduled to play all group stage matches in the United States, raising concerns due to ongoing regional conflict and visa issues.
- ▪Mehdi Taj was denied entry to Canada despite holding a valid visa, reportedly due to alleged ties with Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
- ▪Taj confirmed that FIFA addressed all 10 concerns raised by Iran, including logistical and security matters.
- ▪FIFA has not publicly confirmed whether it has secured entry assurances for the Iranian team into the United States.
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- ▪ FIFA holds ‘positive’ talks with Iranian football officials on World Cup — Al Jazeera English
- ▪ FIFA says it held positive talks with Iran ahead of World Cup — France 24 (EN)
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