"Italy's possible re-qualification for the 2026 World Cup ... is firstly, not possible and secondly, not appropriate. I don't know what comes first. Qualification is on the pitch."
"The Iran national soccer team is welcome to the World Cup, but I really don't believe it is appropriate that they be there, for their own life and safety."
Italy's sports minister Andrea Abodi dismissed the suggestion of Italy replacing Iran at the 2026 World Cup, calling it both inappropriate and impossible. Paolo Zampolli had proposed this idea to US President Donald Trump amid concerns over Iran's participation due to ongoing conflicts. FIFA president Gianni Infantino confirmed that Iran will play in the tournament, which is co-hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico. Iran is set to play their group stage matches in the US despite the political tensions surrounding their participation.
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