FIFA's regulations extensively cover World Cup withdrawals.

Iran's participation in the 2026 World Cup is under significant doubt.

Iraq rejected FIFA's proposal for their World Cup play-off in Mexico on March 31 and their manager has made a public plea.

The staging of a World Cup play-off match is reportedly in doubt.

Donald Trump made an insensitive comment about the Middle East conflict.

Following the US and Israel's joint attack on Iran, concerns have been raised about this summer's tournament.

Another major issue has emerged in the build-up to the World Cup in recent hours.

The country was also absent from a recent FIFA team planning event in Atlanta.

Iran could face a huge loss in prize money if they choose to boycott the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

US and Iran met at the 1998 World Cup in a separate period of political tension, with both paired in Group F.

Iran has already qualified for the 2026 World Cup, which will take place in the US, Mexico and Canada this summer.

Nagelsmann has been criticised for his assessment of the in-form midfielder.

Iran are engaged in a conflict with fellow World Cup nation United States and Israel.

They will stage seven matches at this summer's World Cup, including one quarter-final.

Iran could lose their spot at the World Cup this summer due to the ongoing conflict with the USA.

VAR will be used in additional scenarios at the World Cup after a new list of rule changes were confirmed.

Donald Trump confirmed that "major combat operations" are underway, with Iran retaliating just months before the World Cup.

Donald Trump was the first recipient of the FIFA peace prize but announced 'major combat operations' against Iran.

The United States held a joint military operation with Israel.

Global football's governing body has already provided its stance on potentially moving fixtures away from Mexico amid cartel violence.