Iran is waiting for FIFA's response regarding the relocation of the venue before making a final decision on the World Cup.

The Iranian Football Federation (FFIRI) is pushing for the three World Cup group stage matches of the national team to be moved from the United States to Mexico, citing US and Israeli military intervention in the ongoing conflict in the region.

Last month, the FFIRI announced that they were in discussions with FIFA regarding the change of venue, while the Iranian Ministry of Sport has banned national teams and sports clubs from travelling to countries that they deem hostile until further notice.

However, last week, FIFA president Gianni Infantino said that Iran would play their matches as scheduled.

'Our request to FIFA to move Iran's matches from the US to Mexico is still valid, but we have not yet received a response,' Mr Donyamali told Anadolu Agency in an interview published at the weekend.

'If approved, Iran's participation in the World Cup will be guaranteed. However, FIFA has not yet responded."

'As Minister of Sport, together with the Iranian Football Federation, we will ensure the football team is always ready for the World Cup. However, the final decision will be made by the government."

Iran is expected to play all of its Group G matches in the United States, facing New Zealand and Belgium in Los Angeles before their final match against Egypt in Seattle.

Last month, US President Donald Trump said that although the Iranian national team is welcome to play in the US, it may not be suitable for their "safety and security".

He then clarified that any threats to the players would not come from the United States.

'According to FIFA's relevant regulations, security must be ensured in the relevant country,' Donyamali added. 'However, the World Cup is about to begin, and ensuring security during this period is questionable.'

'In these circumstances, the likelihood of Iran participating in the World Cup matches in the US is very low. However, if the necessary security guarantees are provided, our government will make a decision on Iran's participation in the World Cup.'

FIFA did not immediately respond to a request for comment via email.

The World Cup will take place in the United States, Mexico and Canada from 11 June to 19 July.