FIFA is considering various scenarios in case Iran does not qualify for the 2026 World Cup due to the military conflict with the US and Israel. Sport24.az reports that "The Athletic" portal published information about this.
According to the source, the supreme football body is considering holding an intercontinental play-off with the participation of two teams from Asia and Europe, consisting of teams that failed to qualify for the World Cup.
Thanks to the high FIFA ranking, Italy is almost sure to represent Europe in the tournament.
It should be noted that Italy lost to Bosnia and Herzegovina on penalties in the play-off final.