"We want them to play; they are going to play in the World Cup. There are no Plans B or C or D; Plan A is the only plan. We live in a complex geopolitical situation...but our work is to unite."
"Iran represents its people, those living in Iran, and those living abroad. They qualified on sporting merit for this World Cup; it was a national team that qualified very early on."
"To the plan of moving Iran's matches to Mexico, Infantino said the sport's governing body wants the tournament to go ahead as scheduled."
FIFA president Gianni Infantino confirmed that Iran will play in the World Cup, emphasizing that there are no alternative plans. He acknowledged the complex geopolitical situation but stressed the importance of uniting through sport. Iranian officials have expressed concerns about safety, with discussions about moving matches to Mexico. Infantino reiterated that Iran's participation is based on their sporting merit and that the tournament should proceed as scheduled, aiming to foster peace and unity among nations.
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