Italy could replace Iran in World Cup in plot to repair ties between Trump and Meloni

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be hosted by the USA, but Trump's special envoy Paolo Zampolli has suggested to both the President and FIFA chief Gianni Infantino that Iran should be replaced by Italy in the tournament

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Apr 23, 2026 - 00:19
Italy could replace Iran in World Cup in plot to repair ties between Trump and Meloni
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be hosted by the USA, but Trump's special envoy Paolo Zampolli has suggested to both the President and FIFA chief Gianni Infantino that Iran should be replaced by Italy in the tournament
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