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Iran will participate in the 2026 World Cup under the name "Minab 168". |
According to Iranian media, "168" refers to the number of children killed in the conflict with the US and Israel that began in late February 2026. The incident shocked public opinion and is considered one of the saddest memories. Choosing the name "Minab 168" is a way for the national team to send a message of remembrance and gratitude to the unfortunate victims.
Previously, Iranian football had taken similar action. In a friendly match they lost 1-2 to Nigeria on March 27th, each player carried a colorful backpack onto the field to commemorate the children. The image quickly went viral and received great attention from fans.
It is not uncommon for national teams to use football as a channel to convey a message of remembrance around the world. For Iran, this move demonstrates an effort to connect sport with humanitarian values, showing that football is not just about professional performance but also serves as an emotional bridge to the community.
From a professional standpoint, Iran is still preparing for the 2026 World Cup with the goal of improving on their previous performances. The combination of experience and young talent is expected to help the West Asian team make their mark on the biggest stage on the planet.
According to the current schedule, all three of Iran's group stage matches against Belgium, Egypt, and New Zealand are to be held in the United States. If they advance, their knockout matches will also continue to take place in the US. Iran proposed moving the venues to Mexico, but this was rejected.
Source: https://znews.vn/tuyen-iran-doi-ten-goi-o-world-cup-2026-post1647420.html
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