Iran, World Cup
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The BBC World Service has engaged with the UN over the protection of its Iranian journalists and their families since 2017
GENEVA (AP) — Iran will play at least one of its World Cup matches in the United States though the tournament draw on Friday avoided a group-stage clash between the geopolitical rivals.
Young people across Iran have been leading a dramatic change in social mores in recent months. “We have a fearless young generation that is breaking taboos.”
Following the 2026 World Cup draw on Dec. 5, Iran will begin its World Cup campaign in Group G. Iran's best result in the World Cup is a Group stage (1978, 1998, 2006, 2014, 2018, 2022) finish and enters the 2026 tournament ranked No.