US President Donald Trump says he does not care if Iran take part in this summer's 2026 World Cup.

The war in the Middle East triggered by U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran has raised the question of whether the Iranian national team will take part in the World Cup later this year, during which it is due to play group games in the United States. What is Iran's…

President Trump told Politico: “I really don't care. I think Iran is a very badly defeated country. They're running on fumes.”

Iran could face a major financial setback if they withdraw from the 2026 World Cup, including forfeiting guaranteed tournament earnings and preparation funds

US President Donald Trump has issued a fiery statement to Iran amid the Middle Eastern nation's talks of a potential boycott from the 2026 World Cup.

Donald Trump comments on Iran's potential World Cup boycott amid rising tensions. Iraq and UAE may replace Iran if they withdraw from the 2026 tournament.

If Iran officially withdraws from the 2026 World Cup, they might be replaced by Iraq or the UAE. Iran is considering pulling out because of new conflicts

Iran's participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup remains uncertain amid ongoing regional war between them and the U.S. and Israel, and President Donald Trump weighed in.