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Iran, Palestine Shockingly Qualify for 2026 World Cup!

3/26/2025

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Iran clinched their spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a thrilling 2-2 draw against Uzbekistan, celebrating their fourth straight appearance on the world stage. Co-hosts United States, Canada, and Mexico also secured their places. In a stunning upset, Palestine triumphed 2-1 over Iraq, igniting their dreams of World Cup glory in the Asian qualifiers.

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Iran clinched their spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a thrilling 2-2 draw against Uzbekistan, celebrating their fourth straight appearance on the world stage. Co-hosts United States, Canada, and Mexico also secured their places. In a stunning upset, Palestine triumphed 2-1 over Iraq, igniting their dreams of World Cup glory in the Asian qualifiers.