Overview
- FIFA officials said they are monitoring developments after U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran that President Donald Trump called a major combat operation.
- Senior FIFA figures held emergency discussions on possible ramifications for Group G, where Iran is slated to face Belgium, New Zealand and Egypt in Los Angeles and Seattle.
- Iranian federation president Mehdi Taj said it is unlikely the team can look forward to the World Cup, though no formal withdrawal has been announced.
- Iran’s domestic league was suspended, and regional sport was disrupted as Qatar postponed all football and the AFC rescheduled West Region club ties amid widespread airspace closures.
- Travel and visa hurdles remain a concern for Iranian players, staff and supporters, with FIFA maintaining dialogue with U.S., Canadian and Mexican authorities.