- The president of Iran's football federation, Mehdi Taj, has suggested the country could boycott the upcoming World Cup following recent US and Israeli strikes.
- The tournament is scheduled to take place in the United States, Mexico, and Canada this summer, with Iran's group stage matches set for Los Angeles and Seattle.
- FIFA is currently monitoring the situation, with Secretary General Mattias Grafstrom stating it is too early to comment on potential impacts on the tournament.
- Tensions had already escalated after Iran boycotted the World Cup draw in November due to visa issues for its football federation president.
- FIFA regulations allow for the replacement of withdrawing teams or the relocation of matches, and the US government could potentially restrict Iran's participation citing security concerns.
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Will Iran boycott the World Cup over US strikes and who might replace them?
