US not against Iran's participation in World Cup, but ties to IRGC not allowed, Rubio says

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The US stated it has no objection to Iranian athletes participating in the 2026 World Cup in North America, but individuals linked to Iran's IRGC will be denied entry. This stance was reiterated by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, emphasizing that the athletes themselves are not the issue.

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Rubio's remarks came after a top envoy to US President Donald Trump asked FIFA to replace Iran with Italy in the upcoming World Cup.

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