FIFA holds positive talks with Iran ahead of World Cup

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FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafstrom says he met Iran’s FA president Mehdi Taj about Iran’s World Cup participation.

WHO: Mattias Grafstrom

WHAT: FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafstrom held a constructive meeting with Iran’s FA president Mehdi Taj about Iran’s participation in the World Cup.

WHEN: May 16, 2026 at 4:50 PM ET

WHERE: Iran

WHY: Grafstrom met Taj regarding Iran’s participation in the World Cup set to take place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

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