FIFA chief Gianni Infantino has been a frequent visitor to the White House

FIFA chief Gianni Infantino has been a frequent visitor to the White House

US President Donald Trump warned Iran's football team Thursday their "life and safety" would be at risk if they took part in the upcoming World Cup in North America.

Trump's comments came just two days after he told FIFA chief Gianni Infantino the Iranian players would be welcome despite the Middle East war.

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