What does the US conflict with Iran mean for what was already set to be a highly politicised World Cup this summer?

What does the US conflict with Iran mean for what was already set to be a highly politicised World Cup this summer?

US President Donald Trump says he does not care if Iran take part in this summer's 2026 World Cup.

In the modern era, no team that has qualified has not taken part in the World Cup finals.

Donald Trump says he does not care whether Iran participate in this summer’s World Cup, which is being jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada