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Trump threatened to move World Cup games away from Boston, but it’s up to FIFA to pick sites

Trump threatened to move World Cup games away from Boston, but it’s up to FIFA to pick sites

Summary

President Donald Trump suggested moving World Cup matches away from Boston due to concerns about unrest in the city. The games are planned for Foxborough, Massachusetts, as part of the 2026 World Cup cohosted by the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. However, the decision on match locations is ultimately made by FIFA, the organization in charge of the World Cup.

Key Facts

  • President Trump talked about possibly relocating World Cup games from Boston.
  • Foxborough, near Boston, is scheduled to host some matches for the 2026 World Cup.
  • The U.S., Mexico, and Canada are cohosting the 2026 World Cup.
  • Trump expressed concerns after mentioning unrest in Boston.
  • He described Boston Mayor Michelle Wu as both "intelligent" and "radical left."
  • Trump emphasized the games are already sold out in Boston.
  • FIFA, not President Trump, decides the locations for World Cup matches.

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