A FIFA chief has called out the treatment of Iran at this summer's World Cup after the team's build-up to the finals has been profoundly impacted by the conflict with the United States and Israel
FIFA chief hits out after World Cup team ordered to leave USA
A FIFA chief has called out the treatment of Iran at this summer's World Cup after the team's build-up to the finals has been profoundly impacted by the conflict with the United States and Israel
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Scott Trotter Sports Writer and Connor O'Neill Senior Sports Content Creator
07:29, 18 Jun 2026
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