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Why Rice is ‘sceptical’ about one area of Mainoo’s game

Declan Rice is reportedly harbouring doubts regarding Kobbie Mainoo's productivity off the ball, as the Manchester United midfielder aims to secure a starting spot alongside the Arsenal star in England's World Cup squad. Meanwhile, United boss Michael Carrick is plotting a midfield overhaul to unlock the youngster's full attacking potential next season.

Messi fitness boost for Argentina ahead of 2026 World Cup

Argentina fans can breathe a collective sigh of relief as Lionel Scaloni has provided a positive fitness update on Lionel Messi ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The Inter Miami superstar is set to return to action in a final warm-up fixture following a brief spell on the sidelines with a muscle complaint.

Not an insult! Lineker explains why Messi is better than Ronaldo

Former Barcelona and England striker Gary Lineker has once again weighed in on the eternal Lionel Messi versus Cristiano Ronaldo debate, insisting that placing the Argentine above the Portuguese is simply a matter of footballing fact rather than a personal insult. Lineker also revealed how his unwavering stance on the GOAT debate caused a personal rift with the Al-Nassr and Portugal superstar.

England overreliance? Kane compares himself to Haaland & Mbappe

Harry Kane has addressed concerns regarding England's perceived overreliance on his goalscoring exploits as the Three Lions prepare for the 2026 World Cup. The captain enters the tournament in the form of his life, having smashed records during a prolific title-winning season in Germany with Bayern Munich.

Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay FIFA World Cup 2026 preview

How to watch the World Cup match between Saudi Arabia and Uruguay, as well as kick-off time and team news.

Ivory Coast vs Ecuador World Cup 2026 preview

How to watch the World Cup match between the Ivory Coast and Ecuador, as well as kick-off time and team news.

Pos	Team		P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	ميلان		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
2	أتالانتا		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
3	بولونيا		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
4	كالياري		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
5	كومو		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy Iran World Cup 2026 tickets?

Supporters have a number of opportunities to purchase tickets for matches involving Iran, via the FIFA website, between now and the big kick-off in June. The various sales phases differ in terms of purchasing processes, payment methods and ticket products.

To buy tickets, you must visit the official FIFA ticketing portal and register for an account. You can then log in to your FIFA account and check out ticket availability.

Can I buy Iran World Cup 2026 resale tickets?

If you are looking for an official and secure way to resell/exchange your FIFA World Cup 26 tickets, the FIFA Resale/Exchange Marketplace is the official channel for doing so. The Marketplace opened in October and be accessed via FIFA.com/tickets.

FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets will also be available from secondary resellers, such as StubHub and Ticombo.

Will there be an opportunity to purchase Iran World Cup 2026 tickets directly at the stadium?

No, tickets will not be available for purchase at the stadiums during FIFA World Cup 2026. There will be no over-the-counter ticket sales. FIFA.com/tickets is the official portal for purchasing tickets.

Who has scored the most goals for Iran at World Cup Finals?

Iran’s heavy 6-2 loss to England in their opener at the 2022 World Cup was a bitter pill to swallow, but Mehdi Taremi's consolation double strike meant that he became Iran’s top World Cup scorer of all-time. The Olympiacos striker will be hoping to add to his tally further in North America. In terms of World Cup appearances, Ehsan Hajsafi tops Iran's standings with 9 caps, after playing in all his side's matches at the 2014, 2018 and 2022 tournaments.