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Israel game should not go ahead - Republic of Ireland's Knight
Jason Knight has become the first Republic of Ireland player to publicly voice his opposition to playing Israel on Sunday.
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Israel game should not go ahead - Republic of Ireland's Knight
Jason Knight made his Republic of Ireland debut in 2020 and has won 44 caps Jason Knight has become the first Republic of Ireland player to publicly voice his opposition to playing Israel on Sunday.
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Iran federation says ticket allocation has been pulled days before start of World Cup
Iran due to play group matches in Los Angeles and Seattle Federation says decision ‘raises questions about interference of non-sporting considerations’ Iran’s football federation said on Tuesday its
Vancouver hosts FIFA congress with expanded World Cup under scrutiny
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Infantino says he’s talked to Trump and was assured that Iran can come to US for World Cup
FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during a Board of Peace meeting at the U.S. Institute of Peace, Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein) MIAMI (AP) — FIFA said Tues