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.

The former World Cup winner insulted the President during a TV appearance on Venezuelan network TeleSur.

Concerns have been raised amid widespread cartel-related violence in the North American nation.

The 48 teams set to compete in the FIFA World Cup this summer has yet to be decided.

Scotland fans have been granted approval to maintain the tradition even though it does not meet the World Cup stadium code of conduct.

The former Barcelona boss has been out of work since departing the La Liga side in 2024.