Trump Envoy Proposes Italy Replace Iran at 2026 World Cup
A special envoy for former President Donald Trump has suggested that FIFA swap Iran for Italy in the 2026 World Cup lineup. The proposal was reportedly pitched to FIFA President Gianni Infantino as a way to mend relations between Trump and Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. Despite Italy’s four World Cup titles, the Azzurri failed to qualify after losing a playoff shootout. Iran, on the other hand, secured their spot by topping their Asian qualifying group. FIFA’s president has since reaffirmed that Iran will compete in the tournament. He expressed hope that the geopolitical climate will be more stable by the time the games kick off.
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