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Trump suggests FIFA World Cup could be moved from unsafe cities

Trump suggests FIFA World Cup could be moved from unsafe cities

Summary

Former President Donald Trump said he might consider moving World Cup matches from certain U.S. cities if they are not safe. The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, and currently includes games in Seattle and San Francisco. FIFA is in charge of determining where the games will be played.

Key Facts

  • The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
  • Trump mentioned Seattle and San Francisco when discussing safety concerns for host cities.
  • There are six World Cup matches planned for Seattle's Lumen Field.
  • Six matches are also scheduled for Levi’s Stadium near San Francisco.
  • FIFA oversees the selection and management of World Cup game sites.
  • Trump stated he could move games from cities he deems unsafe.
  • Trump mentioned deploying the National Guard in Washington, DC, for safety reasons.
  • The World Cup draw will take place on December 5 in Washington, DC.
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