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Iraq Faces Bolivia in Monterrey After War-Disrupted Journey, With Final 2026 World Cup Berth at Stake

After closed airspace and a FIFA-arranged charter via Jordan and Portugal, Iraq meets Bolivia in Monterrey for the last spot at the 2026 World Cup.

#worldcup, #iraq, #bolivia, #fifa, #soccer

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FIFA’s New Six-Team Playoff Lands in Mexico, With Final 2026 World Cup Spots at Stake

Six nations meet in Guadalajara and Monterrey in March for the last two 2026 World Cup berths, as Mexico tests logistics and security.

#worldcup2026, #fifa, #mexico, #soccer, #playoffs

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Iran Urges FIFA to Move 2026 World Cup Matches From U.S. to Mexico, Citing War and Security Fears

Tehran wants its 2026 group-stage games shifted to Mexico after U.S. strikes and Trump security comments. FIFA signals it won’t change venues.

#worldcup2026, #iran, #fifa, #mexico, #ussoccer

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Iraq’s World Cup playoff thrown into doubt as war shuts airspace and strands players

Coach Graham Arnold urges FIFA to move Iraq’s March 31 World Cup playoff as regional airspace closures and security risks threaten travel to Mexico.

#worldcup, #iraq, #fifa, #soccer, #middleeast

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Iran’s soccer chief hints at skipping 2026 World Cup after Khamenei killed in U.S.–Israeli strike

Iran’s football federation president says the team may not attend the 2026 World Cup in North America after Tehran confirmed Khamenei’s death.

#iran, #worldcup2026, #fifa, #israel, #us

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FIFA approves record $1bn payouts for 2026 World Cup as ticket prices and calendar strain fuel backlash

FIFA signs off on record 2026 World Cup payments to teams and clubs, but soaring ticket prices and calendar pressures renew criticism.

#fifa, #worldcup2026, #ticketprices, #prizemoney, #playerwelfare