FIFA faces legal action over its ban on Iran’s pre-revolution ‘Lion and Sun’ flag at the 2026 World Cup, amid visa delays and political tensions in the US.

With just weeks until the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Iran’s national football team is still waiting to receive visas to the U.S.

FIFA faces legal action over its ban on Iran’s pre-revolution ‘Lion and Sun’ flag at the 2026 World Cup, amid visa delays and political tensions in the US.

FIFA chief Gianni Infantino confirms Iran will play at World Cup 2026 in the US, ending weeks of uncertainty amid political tensions and safety concerns.