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Trump Envoy Paolo Zampolli Urges FIFA To Replace Iran With Italy at 2026 World Cup To Repair Ties

Paolo Zampolli's proposal to replace Iran with Italy at the 2026 World Cup raises questions about politics in football and a bid to repair strained US-Italy relations.

International Business Times UK

Could Italy really replace Iran at World Cup 2026?

Donald Trump’s envoy has suggested that Italy could step in for Iran amid their ongoing conflict with the US

The Independent UK

Trump envoy explains why he is pushing for Italy to replace Iran at World Cup

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Trump envoy admits he’s lobbying FIFA to replace Iran with Italy at this summer’s World Cup

Diplomat Paolo Zampolli suggests four-time champions should be given a route back into the tournament after failing to qualify at the expense of the war-torn Middle Eastern state

The Independent UK

Iran confirms ‘proud participation’ in World Cup despite conflict with US

Iran’s participation at the World Cup has been in doubt amid its ongoing conflict with the US

The Independent UK

Trump’s envoy pushes for Italy to replace Iran at the World Cup

Paolo Zampolli’s suggestion came in part in an effort to rebuild relations between the US and Italy, which have been impacted after Trump criticised the Pope

The Independent UK

The most politically charged World Cup ever puts the U.S. and Iran on a collision course while America co-hosts with neighbors it has tariffed

"We're in pretty unique territory," said one historian.

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Gianni Infantino lays out World Cup 2026 demand as Iran's participation remains in doubt

World Cup 2026 qualifiers Iran are in conflict with the co-hosts and Infantino is calling for 'peace'

FourFourTwo

Fifa president gives fresh update on Iran’s World Cup participation

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The Independent UK

Trump's Iran War Is Keeping the World Away From America's World Cup — and Host Cities Are Already Feeling It

Hotel room rates in the US are dropping ahead of the 2026 World Cup due to geopolitical tensions and travel restrictions, impacting expected international visitor numbers.

International Business Times UK

Fifa chief Infantino says Iran will compete at 2026 World Cup

Gianni Infantino, the boss of 2026 World Cup organisers Fifa, has confirmed that Iran will participate in the 2026 World Cup in June and July in the United States, Mexico and Canada despite the war in the Middle East involving Iran, the US and Israel.

Radio France Internationale

Infantino insists Iran will play at US-cohosted World Cup despite war

The FIFA chief has confirmed that Iran will play in the World Cup despite the ongoing war, saying sport should build bridges and remain outside politics.

Euronews

Ticket to ride? Fifa premium makes this the World Cup that actively hates you

The $95 bus trip to Foxborough highlights a tournament unique in modern times – one that ultimately makes no secret of its disdain for the paying public

The Guardian - UK

Iran-US war latest: Trump calls it a ‘historic day’ as ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon comes into effect

The truce follows a heavy bombing campaign by Israel against targets it says are linked to Hezbollah

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The Independent UK

Gianni Infantino adamant Iran will play in World Cup despite war with US

Fifa president Gianni Infantino says Iran will come to the World Cup this summer

The Independent UK

FIFA weighs asking Trump to stop ICE raids during the World Cup: report

The move could ease countries concerns about ICE operations during the tournament which is expected to draw more than one million international fans

International Business Times

FIFA Chiefs Reportedly Considering Asking Trump For a Moratorium On ICE Raids During World Cup

Top FIFA officials have asked the entity's president, Gianni Infantino, to ask President Donald Trump to consider announcing a moratorium on ICE raids in the U.S. during the World Cup, according to a new report.

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The World Cup 2026 scenario that could restore Italy's qualification hopes

Italy failed to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup but FIFA's answer to a big problem could open the door to a reprieve

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Will Donald Trump present the World Cup 2026 trophy to the winning country?

The President of the United States of America has form when it comes to touching trophies he shouldn't

Evening Standard

World Cup tickets ‘simply unaffordable’ for too many Scotland fans, Swinney says

The Scottish First Minister has raised the issue of ticket pricing with bosses at Fifa.

Sports Illustrated

France Leads 2026 World Cup Revolt Over Staggering Costs—Report

The most expensive World Cup in history is impacting qualified teams as well as fans across the globe.

The Independent UK

Iran makes World Cup progress in talks with Infantino as war darkens June trip to US

Iranian soccer has had a good week on its troubled path to playing World Cup games in the United States in June

Euronews

FIFA raises top ticket price for World Cup final to $10,990 during glitch-hampered sales reopening

FIFA raised its top ticket price for the World Cup final to $10,990 (€9,533) during the glitch-hampered reopening of sales Wednesday after the 48-team field for this year's tournament was finalised.

The Guardian - US

Fifa raises top ticket price for World Cup final to $10,990, up from $1,600 in 2022

Fifa raised its top ticket price for the World Cup final to $10,990 during the glitch-hampered reopening of sales on Wednesday

The Independent UK

World Cup fans left frustrated as Fifa system for ‘last minute’ tickets suffers technical difficulties

Fifa appeared to have lengthy waits to purchase tickets, with people who joined the queue at the start still waiting to get through the queue 90 minutes later

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