‘Let’s Go to Canada’: World Cup Nations Worry About Traveling to Trump’s America
The 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, is facing growing concerns over travel safety due to the Trump administration's restrictive immigration and foreign policies. Countries with qualifying teams and human rights organizations are warning fans and participants about potential risks in the U.S. Some teams and supporters are considering avoiding U.S. venues altogether, opting instead for matches in Canada or Mexico.
- ▪The 2026 FIFA World Cup is jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, marking soccer's return to North America since 1994.
- ▪The Trump administration's anti-immigrant policies and military actions, including a war with Iran, have raised safety and human rights concerns for international travelers.
- ▪Human rights groups like the ACLU are urging FIFA and U.S. authorities to protect the rights of fans, journalists, and protesters during the tournament.
- ▪Some World Cup participants and fans are considering attending only games in Canada or Mexico to avoid potential confrontations with U.S. immigration enforcement.
- ▪The controversy adds to FIFA's ongoing reputation challenges following previous tournaments in Qatar and Russia.
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