Iran's football federation states its World Cup ticket allocation has been cancelled. This leaves fans who planned travel unable to see their team play. The World Cup begins Thursday. Iran's matches are scheduled in Los Angeles and Seattle. The federation calls the action contrary to international competition spirit. It questions non-sporting interference in the event. FIFA has not commented.

FIFA World Cup 2026 could see Iran playing the host USA in round 32 knock out football match. However, a lot of permutation and combination are required for that game to happen.

The country abruptly lost its FIFA ticket allotment.