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US says Iran players welcome at World Cup amid Italy uproar

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Thursday the U.S. government does not back a proposal that Italy take Iran's place at the tournament.

Published Apr 23, 2026, 7:23 PM EDT | WFMZZ

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Thursday that Iran's footballers will be welcome at this year's World Cup, distancing the U.S. government from a proposal that Italy could take their place. The remarks came amid an uproar in Italy over the suggestion that it replace Iran in the tournament.

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