U.S. special envoy Paolo Zampolli proposed replacing Iran’s team with Italy at the World Cup to mend diplomatic relations.
Italy failed to qualify for a record third consecutive time, prompting national outrage and political ramifications.
Zampolli's lobbying faces resistance as FIFA insists Iran will participate, despite ongoing U.S.-Iran tensions.

FIFA

international governing body of association football

Iran

country in Western Asia

Italy

country in Southern Europe

United States of America

country primarily in North America

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