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Could Trump really move World Cup games? The facts behind his threats

The article discusses Donald Trump's claims about potentially moving World Cup games from U.S. cities he considers "unsafe". While Trump has made such statements, the article highlights that the actual powers he holds in this regard are limited. The article notes that Trump does not have direct authority over the hosting of World Cup games, as that decision lies with FIFA, the international governing body of soccer. The article also points out that the U.S. has already been selected as a co-host for the 2026 World Cup, making it unlikely that FIFA would revoke those plans. The article concludes by stating that while Trump may make threatening comments, he lacks the legal or practical means to unilaterally move World Cup games from U.S. cities. The article encourages readers to be skeptical of such claims and to rely on factual information regarding the World Cup's hosting decisions.

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Trump ally Infantino to award first Fifa Peace Prize at World Cup draw in DC

Fifa President Gianni Infantino has announced the creation of the Fifa Peace Prize, which will be awarded annually to individuals who promote unity and peace through their unwavering commitment and actions. The first award will be…

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Trump ally Infantino to award first Fifa Peace Prize at World Cup draw in DC

Fifa President Gianni Infantino has announced the creation of the Fifa Peace Prize, which will be awarded annually to individuals who promote unity and peace through their unwavering commitment and actions. The first…

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'We could take them away': Donald Trump threatens to remove World Cup games from Boston – video

In the video, former US President Donald Trump threatens to pressure FIFA to remove the 2026 World Cup games from Boston and the 2028 Olympics from Los Angeles due to their political and safety concerns, respectively.…

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Could Trump really move World Cup games? The facts behind his threats

The article discusses Donald Trump's claims about potentially moving World Cup games from U.S. cities he considers "unsafe". While Trump has made such statements, the article highlights that the actual powers he holds…

Read original at The Guardian →

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T2 · Outlet reportThe GuardianNov 5, 2025

Fifa President Gianni Infantino has announced the creation of the Fifa Peace Prize, which will be awarded annually to individuals who promote unity and peace through their unwavering commitment and actions. The first award will be…

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T2 · Outlet reportThe GuardianOct 16, 2025

In the video, former US President Donald Trump threatens to pressure FIFA to remove the 2026 World Cup games from Boston and the 2028 Olympics from Los Angeles due to their political and safety concerns, respectively. Despite lacking the…

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T2 · Outlet reportThe GuardianOct 15, 2025

The article discusses Donald Trump's claims about potentially moving World Cup games from U.S. cities he considers "unsafe". While Trump has made such statements, the article highlights that the actual powers he holds in this regard are…

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