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Sardar Azmoun’s World Cup absence for political reasons divides opinion in Iran

Few would believe the forward’s omission is unconnected to his actions protesting against the Iranian regime on social media

The Guardian - UK

Iran 2026 World Cup Preview: Defiant Squad Targeting History

Iran’s World Cup dreams has been thrust into doubt for reasons far beyond their control.

Sports Illustrated

Infantino insists Iran ‘will be at the World Cup’ despite US war

Iranian football federation previously asked for World Cup games to be moved away from the US

The Independent UK

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Iran to play at least one World Cup game on U.S. soil

Iran will play at least one World Cup match in the United States, though a group-stage clash with the U.S. was avoided in Friday's draw

The Independent UK

Iran to attend World Cup draw after reversing its planned boycott

Iran has reversed its boycott of the World Cup draw, with team representatives due to attend the event in Washington DC

The Guardian - UK

Report: Iran coach to attend World Cup draw despite federation boycott

Iran's national team coach plans to attend the 2026 World Cup draw Friday in Washington

The Independent UK

Iran to boycott World Cup draw over lack of visa for federation president

Iran will boycott next week’s draw for the World Cup Washington in protest at the US’s failure to give the football federation president a visa

The Guardian - UK

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Mehdi Taremi key on and off field to Iran’s World Cup knockout dream

Striker is an outspoken talisman who will have to be at his best if national side are to get out of group stage in 2026

The Guardian - UK

Socceroos must rise to new challenges facing the traditional Asian heavyweights

Australia’s status as one of Asia’s strongest football sides cannot be taken for granted as less heralded teams continue to emerge

The Guardian - AU

Qatar edge Iran 3-2 in dramatic Asian Cup 2023 semifinal

Hosts and holders win a thrilling high-tempo clash to book a place in the final against Jordan.

Al Jazeera

Iran vs Qatar: AFC Asian Cup 2023 semifinal preview

Qatar prepare for ‘toughest test’ in their defence of the Asian Cup as they face Iran in the semifinal.

Al Jazeera

Iran coach Ghalenoei targets historic Asian Cup win against Qatar

Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei views the 2023 Asian Cup as a crucial opportunity for the veteran players in his squad. They face Qatar in the semifinals.

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Iran beat Japan 2-1 for a place in AFC Asian Cup 2023 semifinal

Iran scored a dramatic stoppage-time penalty to eliminate Japan from the Asian Cup and book a place in the semifinal.

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