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UPDATED May 6, 2026 at 1:02 PM ET
May 6, 2026 at 5:03 AM ET
Iran football chief warns US not to insult IRGC
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Mehdi Taj said US cohosts must ensure the Iranian military and IRGC are not insulted during the World Cup.
WHO: Mehdi Taj
WHAT: Iran’s football chief urged US cohosts to avoid insulting the IRGC during the FIFA World Cup
WHEN: May 6, 2026 at 3:37 AM ET
WHERE: Iran
WHY: The warning was triggered by concerns about how the Iranian military and IRGC might be treated during the World Cup.
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