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Iran and ticket prices at the heart of the controversy, one month after the start of the World Cup

The participation of the Iranian team has not yet been confirmed. On the other hand, they have denounced the "changing prices" of tickets, as is customary in the NBA and the NFL.

AME278. NUEVA JERSEY (ESTADOS UNIDOS), 07/05/2026.- Fotografía de la grama del estadio MetLife, escenario de juego en la Copa Mundial de la FIFA 2026, este jueves, en Nueva Jersey (Estados Unidos). EFE/ Angel Colmenares

MetLife Stadium, New Jersey, United States, where World Cup matches will be played.

The countdown begins: In a month's time, the World Cup will begin, which will be played in the United States, Canada and Mexico from June 11 to July 19.

Iran, confirmed... with conditions and doubts.

In the absence of a month, it is not yet clear whether the Iranian selection will participate. Despite the classification, the war between the US and Israel against Iran has called into question the participation of the Persian group. Pending official confirmation, the Iranians are preparing an appointment in Turkey. 

The Iranian Football Federation has indicated over the weekend thatthey will attendthe  World Cup if a number of requirements are met: to grant a visa to the entire  delegation, to ensure the safety of the team and to respect the country's symbols (including the anthem and flag).

Moreover, Iran wants assurances that its parties will not become dissident speakers. 

A challenge for the organization will be to ensure the security of Iranian groups during the Iranian war. 

According to tournament rules, teams must be at their headquarters five days before the first game is played. Iran will debut against New Zealand in Los Angeles on June 15, so it will have to be there by the end of June 10. 

Controversy over "variable prices"

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