Concacaf monitoring protests ahead of weekend soccer matches in LA
Summary
Protests have been ongoing in Los Angeles for five days, related to immigration raids ordered by President Trump. These protests are raising concerns about upcoming sports events, including the Gold Cup match between Mexico and the Dominican Republic and several Fifa Club World Cup games. Event organizers are in touch with local authorities about safety measures.Key Facts
- Mexico will play against the Dominican Republic in the Gold Cup match in Los Angeles this weekend.
- Protests have erupted in LA due to immigration raids ordered by President Trump, leading to hundreds of arrests.
- The event organizers, Concacaf, are consulting with local authorities on safety issues ahead of the Gold Cup opening at Sofi Stadium.
- The Mexico national soccer team has moved to a different hotel because of security reasons.
- Los Angeles is also set to host Fifa Club World Cup matches at the Rose Bowl, starting with Paris St-Germain versus Atletico Madrid.
- The mayor of LA imposed a nighttime curfew in parts of downtown due to vandalism and looting.
- National Guard troops and Marines have been sent to LA for additional security to support border agents.
- The protest activities have mainly been peaceful but are spreading to other cities in the US.
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