FIFA Defies Trump, Asserts Control Over 2026 World Cup Match Locations

FIFA has responded to US President Donald Trump's suggestion of changing the locations of matches for the 2026 World Cup, asserting that the city hosting decisions are under FIFA's jurisdiction. FIFA's Victor Montagliani emphasized that the tournament's locations cannot be altered based on political decisions, highlighting the importance of respecting FIFA's authority in football matters.

The 2026 World Cup is set to be jointly hosted by Canada, the US, and Mexico, with FIFA making the final decisions regarding the tournament's logistics and locations.