Overview
- Iran has qualified for Group G with matches scheduled in Los Angeles on June 15 and 21 and in Seattle on June 26, all hosted in the United States.
- President Donald Trump announced U.S. missile strikes on Iran as a "major combat operation," with Iran reported to have retaliated with attacks across the Gulf region.
- FIFA secretary general Mattias Grafström said the organization will monitor developments and emphasized a safe tournament with all teams participating.
- FIFA officials held emergency discussions on the potential ramifications for the tournament, including whether Iran could or would travel and whether U.S. authorities would admit the team.
- A U.S. travel ban that includes Iran and potential visa complications for players with past IRGC service present additional hurdles, as regional airspace closures and broadcast cancellations underscore broader disruption.