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Italy chief: Replacing Iran at WC not an option

Italy's sports minister said Thursday it is "not appropriate" for the country to replace Iran at the World Cup, saying: "Qualification is done on the pitch."

Published April 23, 2026, 5:39 PM

Updated June 9, 2026, 5:11 AM369

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Italy chief: Replacing Iran at WC not an option

Italy's sports minister said Thursday it is "not appropriate" for the country to replace Iran at the World Cup, saying: "Qualification is done on the pitch."

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Italy chief: Replacing Iran at WC not an option

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