The world football governing body, FIFA has issued a strong statement over Iran's possible withdrawal from the 2026 World Cup The Middle East nation's decision is a result of the tension following a joint military action involving US and Israel Nigeria are still awaiting FIFA's judgement over the ineligible players fielded in the African playoffs Iran has hinted at the possibility of not featuring in this year's FIFA World Cup despite securing qualification. The Persian Lions booked their place as early as March 2025, becoming one of the first nations to confirm participation through the Asian Football Confederation (AFC). World Cup co-hosts, US and Israel launched a joint military combat operation against the Islamic Republic of Iran in the early hours of Friday, February 28, 2026, a...