There are three months left before the start of the FIFA World Cup. All three of Iran’s group stage matches in the World Cup were played on American soil. In the end, if Iran does not play, then which country will get a chance in the FIFA World Cup in their place, what are the rules, speculations and curiosity have been created.

Iran was the first country to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. They secured their place in the World Cup in March last year with a strong performance in the Asian qualifiers. Belgium, Egypt and New Zealand are in Group ‘G’ of the competition.

If Iran eventually pulls out, the next best-placed team from Asia can take their place, according to FIFA rules. In that case, Iran’s neighbor and long-time rival Iraq can get an opportunity.

But the matter can be more complicated. Because Iraq is currently scheduled to play in the intercontinental qualifiers. If they place Iran outright, the UAE could take Iraq’s place in the qualifiers.

However, FIFA has not yet made any official comment on this complication. But if Iran really decides to boycott the World Cup, FIFA may face major political complications surrounding the World Cup.