Gianni Infantino has been told to kick Iran out of the World Cup by a prominent campaign group in a remarkable letter that accuses the FIFA president of "empty words and gestures" when it comes to acting against the human rights abuses women face in the Islamic republic.
Open Stadiums, a group calling for women to attend games in Iran, have sent a letter to Infantino calling for the country to be expelled from November's tournament. They are due to face England, Wales and the United States in Group B - including an opening fixture against Gareth Southgate's side on November 21.
The letter comes amid horrific scenes across Iran following the death in custody of 22-year-old woman Mahsa Amini, who had been detained by the morality police for breaking a strict dress code. Violent protests have broken out across major cities with more than 76 deaths confirmed.
