Iran seeks to move World Cup games from US to Mexico

Iran is seeking to relocate its FIFA World Cup matches from the United States to Mexico, amid escalating tensions and safety concerns. The Iranian football federation is currently in discussions with FIFA regarding the potential move, confirmed by federation president Mehdi Taj. This push follows statements from US President Donald Trump, who suggested the Iranian team should not travel to the US “for their own life and safety.” The federation cites the ongoing conflict involving the US and Israel as a key factor in their request. The request to move all three of Iran’s group games is unprecedented with the tournament’s start less than three months away. Iran’s Embassy in Mexico has indicated negotiations with FIFA are underway.