FIFA has firmly decided against moving Iran's World Cup matches from the United States to Mexico, as confirmed by Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. The decision comes after Iran requested the change due to recent military actions by the US and Israel against its territory. Sheinbaum noted that the logistical effort required for such a move would be enormous. FIFA President Gianni Infantino has expressed a strong desire for Iran to participate in the World Cup, which is set to take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, across the US, Mexico, and Canada. Despite tensions, Infantino stated, "We want Iran to play; and Iran will play in the World Cup." Meanwhile, the Iranian football federation has mentioned a potential boycott of the US but remains committed to the World Cup. As a fragile ceasefire holds, peace talks between the US and Iran are set to occur in Islamabad, Pakistan.