Trump says it is not appropriate for Iran to be in soccer World Cup

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday the Iranian men’s national soccer team was welcome to participate in the 2026 World Cup but that he believed it was not appropriate that they be there “for their own life and safety”.

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Mar 12, 2026 - 17:01
Trump says it is not appropriate for Iran to be in soccer World Cup
US President Donald Trump said on Thursday the Iranian men’s national soccer team was welcome to participate in the 2026 World Cup but that he believed it was not appropriate that they be there “for their own life and safety”.
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