Italy responds to ‘shameful’ US offer to replace Iran at World Cup

4/23/2026, 9:16:11 AM en source ↗

Summary

Italian officials reacted with indignation to a US proposal that Italy replace Iran in the 2026 World Cup, calling it shameful and reaffirming that football governance should not be subjected to political pressure.

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Preview Italian officials are indignant over a US proposal that Italy’s football team could take Iranian spot at the upcoming FIFA World Cup
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