Iran will participate in the World Cup and their games will be performed in the United States as scheduled, says Fifa president Gianni Infantino.
There has been ungoing uncertainty over their participation in the event due to the US-Israel warfare with Iran.
And the Iranian soccer federation stated earlier this month it was “negotiating” with Fifa to relocate the nation’s World Cup matches from the US to Mexico.
“Iran will be at the World Cup,” Infantino informed AFP. “We’re delighted because they’re a very, very strong team, I’m very happy.
“The matches will be performed the place they’re purported to be, in line with the draw.”
Iran are due to face New Zealand and Belgium in Los Angeles on 15 and 21 June respectively, and Egypt in Seattle on 26 June.
The tournament, which begins on 11 June, is being hosted by the US, Canada and Mexico.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said her country was prepared to host Iran’s matches if needed but Infantino, who attended Iran’s 5-0 friendly win against Costa Rica in Turkey on Tuesday, insisted they would participate in the tournament as planned.
“I’ve seen the workforce, I’ve spoken to the gamers and the coach, so all the things is ok,” he insisted.
