Trump says he’s OK with Iran playing in Fifa World Cup

Trump says he’s OK with Iran playing in Fifa World Cup

The US leader responds to remarks by Fifa president Gianni Infantino that Iran will feature at the tournament in the United States.

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Iran players carry children’s backpacks in remembrance of those killed in the war during a friendly against Nigeria in Antalya, Turkey. (EPA Images pic)
WASHINGTON:
US president Donald Trump on Thursday told reporters that “I’m OK” with Iran playing in the Fifa World Cup, which will be held in North America in June and July.

The comments come after Fifa president Gianni Infantino on Thursday said Iran would be present at the tournament and play in the United States.

“If Gianni said it, I’m OK,” Trump told reporters in the Oval Office. “You know what? Let them play.”

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