Blatter Urges Fans to Boycott 2026 World Cup in USA
28 January 2026at13:26
Former FIFA President Sepp Blatter has endorsed the idea of fans boycotting the 2026 World Cup, which is set to be held in the United States.
Blatter wrote on his official X (formerly Twitter) account: "Marc Beth says: 'I have only one piece of advice for the fans: stay away from the USA.' I think he is right to question this tournament."
The 2026 World Cup is scheduled to take place from June 11 to July 19, featuring 48 participating teams.
Q&A
Why is Sepp Blatter urging a boycott of the 2026 World Cup?
Former FIFA President Sepp Blatter endorsed Marc Beth's suggestion for fans to "stay away from the USA," indicating he questions the upcoming tournament. His reasoning, shared on X, suggests deeper concerns.
What are the key details of the 2026 World Cup that Blatter is questioning?
The 2026 World Cup, scheduled from June 11 to July 19 in the United States, will feature 48 teams. Blatter's public endorsement of a boycott implies significant concerns about the event.
