Fifa will not consider relocating Iran’s World Cup matches to Mexico despite the country’s football federation claiming it is in talks with the organisation over such a move.

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The original was posted on /r/soccer by /u/Sparky-moon on 2026-03-17 12:19:11+00:00.

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In response, Iran’s FA has claimed it is in discussions with Fifa about moving the team’s matches from Los Angeles and Seattle to Mexico owing to concerns about the safety of their players.

It is understood no discussions have taken place about such a proposal and that such a move is unworkable. Tickets have already been sold for the venues, and it would affect other participating teams.