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A messenger from Donald Trump proposed to FIFA that Italy replace Iran at the 2026 World Cup. Iran has confirmed that it is ready to participate, but its presence is uncertain.

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Paolo Zampolli, a close envoy of President Donald Trump, proposed replacing Iran with Italy at the 2026 World Cup, which will be hosted by the USA, Mexico, and Canada. Zampolli discussed this suggestion with FIFA President Gianni Infantino, emphasizing that Italy, with its four World Cup titles, deserves to participate. Although Iran has stated that it is ready to participate, its situation remains uncertain due to safety issues related to conflicts in the Middle East. Infantino stated that the Iranian team must participate, considering that they have qualified. Zampolli's proposal could also help repair relations between Trump and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, following recent tensions. Italy has missed qualification for the last three World Cups, which led to the resignation of the leadership of the national football federation.

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