FIFA chief expresses confidence in Iran’s World Cup participation amid visa challenges
FIFA Secretary‑General Mattias Grafstrom met with Mehdi Taj, reaffirming support for Iran’s World Cup campaign despite visa and political hurdles.
May 17, 2026
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