FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced that Iran will definitely participate in the upcoming World Cup, despite the ongoing conflict with the United States. Speaking at CNBC's Invest in America Forum, Infantino highlighted the significance of the Iranian team representing their people after qualifying for the tournament. He expressed optimism for a peaceful resolution by the time of the event, stating, "The Iranian team is coming for sure, yes." Infantino recently met with the Iranian national team in Antalya, Turkey, and noted their strong desire to compete, saying they are a good team. He emphasized the need for sports to remain separate from politics, acknowledging the challenges in achieving this separation. The United States, along with Canada and Mexico, will co-host the World Cup, where Iran is scheduled to play two matches in Inglewood, California, and one in Seattle, Washington. Concerns about Iran's participation have been amplified by conflicting statements from Iranian officials and U.S. President Donald Trump, who has warned against the team's attendance due to safety issues.