Los Angeles is preparing to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup next month in unprecedented circumstances. As the U.S. war in Iran drags on, the United States is the first host nation in World Cup history to be at war with a participating country. And the Iran men’s team is scheduled to play two of its matches in Los Angeles, home to the largest Iranian population outside of Iran. LAist's Libby Rainey reports.

<p>Los Angeles is preparing to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup next month in unprecedented circumstances.&nbsp;As the U.S. war in Iran drags on, the United States is the first host nation in World Cup history to be at war with a participating country. And the Iran men&rsquo;s team is scheduled to play two of its matches in Los Angeles, home to the largest Iranian population outside of Iran. LAist's Libby Rainey reports.</p>