FIFA president Gianni Infantino has confirmed Iran will participate in the 2026 World Cup in the United States despite visa problems that prevented their officials from entering Canada.
White House officials have insisted that the US Department of Homeland Security must reopen immediately to ensure fan safety at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following a security breach at a presidential dinner.
The 2026 World Cup was promised as a united celebration with affordable access, but spiralling costs, political tensions, and FIFA’s $11 billion revenue grab have sparked backlash across North America.
Four VIP seats for the 2026 World Cup final in New Jersey have been listed at a record KSh 300 million each, while cheaper upper-tier spots start at KSh 1.4 million.