GENEVA (AP) — Iran will play at least one of its World Cup matches in the United States though the tournament draw on Friday avoided a group-stage clash between the geopolitical rivals. The Iranian team,

Iran decided not to boycott Friday’s World Cup draw after members of its delegation were granted approvals to take part in the ceremony.

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Iranian coach Ardeshir Amir Ghalenoei and a delegation arrived in Washington, overcoming visa challenges, for the FIFA World Cup 2026 draw. Despite initial boycott threats, four visas were granted, including one for the coach.

Represenatives from the Iranian national team will be in attendance at Friday's World Cup draw in Washington DC after originally rejecting the invite due to visa rejections

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Iran will not participate in next week’s World Cup 2026 group-stage draw in Washington, D.C., following the Trump administration’s decision to deny visas to its representatives.

The FIFA World Cup draw Friday will be viewed by millions around the globe, but the high-profile event was tailored to one key player: President Donald Trump.