Iran's President labels US a 'bully and cheater' regarding FIFA World Cup hosting
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian took to X to criticize the US government's role as host of the FIFA World Cup. He stated that their behavior mirrors their standard foreign policy, which he described as cheating, bullying opponents, placing hurdles, and manipulating rules. Pezeshkian emphasized that Iran does not support these actions. His remarks follow comments from US President Trump, who acknowledged asking the FIFA head to reconsider a red-card suspension issued to an American player.