War, politics clouding World Cup on 100-day countdown
Donald Trump's brutal immigration crackdown, polarized politics and a war unleashed on Iran have tarnished the global image of the United States..
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup, just under 100 days away, faces a cloud of political turmoil and international conflict, particularly affecting the United States, a co-host. President Donald Trump's policies and a new war with Iran are raising concerns for millions of expected fans.
- The United States is experiencing plummeting tourism rates and implementing a restrictive immigration crackdown, including freezing visas for multiple countries qualified for the World Cup.
- Iran's football federation has warned it may withdraw from the tournament due to the ongoing war initiated by Trump.
- Co-host Mexico is also facing heightened security concerns due to recent cartel violence, though officials express confidence in safety.
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War, politics clouding World Cup on 100-day countdown - March 2026
The 2026 FIFA World Cup, less than 100 days away, faces significant uncertainty due to political turmoil and international conflict affecting the United States, a co-host nation. President Donald Trump's policies and a new war with Iran are raising concerns for millions of expected fans traveling to the tournament. In a separate development, Real Madrid's Brazilian winger Rodrygo Goes has been confirmed to miss the World Cup due to a severe knee injury, dealing a blow to Brazil's championship hopes. Meanwhile, Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo has suffered a hamstring tendon injury according to his club Al-Nassr, though the injury is not expected to prevent him from participating in the upcoming tournament.
