FIFA President Gianni Infantino visited the locker room of the Iranian national team following their 2-2 draw against New Zealand in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup. The head of world football addressed the Iranian players and technical staff, offering words of encouragement and commending their performance and the message the squad is projecting onto the international stage. Infantino acknowledged the challenging nature of the match, stating, “Today’s match was difficult, and with a little more luck, you could have won.
But you are playing good football. You still have two matches left, and you will make the world proud once again with what you show on the field.”
He further addressed the players’ emotional state, noting, “I know what you are going through, I understand, but you are stronger than anything. You are sending a signal to the whole world.
Today, the whole stadium is around you.”
Concluding his remarks, Infantino emphasized the impact of their participation, adding, “You showed this to the world and sent a message.” The visit highlighted FIFA’s recognition of the Iranian team’s effort as they begin their campaign in the world’s premier football tournament.
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