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Fifa monitoring developments in Iran as World Cup nears

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Iran is scheduled to play Belgium, New Zealand and Egypt in Group G.

WASHINGTON: Fifa said today it is keeping an eye on events in Iran after the US launched a military strike on the nation.

The action comes just months before the start of World Cup play in June, with matches to be played in the US, Canada and Mexico.

Iran qualified for the tournament through its participation in the Asian Football Conference.

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