Event Brief
Iran likely to withdraw from 2026 FIFA World Cup
Filed: Mar 01, 2026 at 4:02 AM ET
Summary: FIFA will monitor developments in Iran amid U.S. military action, affecting their participation in the World Cup.
WHO: Iran
WHAT: withdraw from 2026 FIFA World Cup
WHEN: Mar 01, 2026 at 3:51 AM ET
WHERE: Tehran
WHY: due to military action by the United States
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