France's sports minister said she does not anticipate her country pulling out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, largely being played in the United States this summer -- over President Donald Trump's threats toward France. The World Cup is an extremely important moment for those who love sport." Ferrari's comments came before Trump addressed world leaders on Wednesday at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, in which he ramped up his rhetoric about the United States' intention to control Greenland. This week, the German government said it will leave decisions about the World Cup with the organization that oversees soccer in the country. On Dec. 5, the day of the World Cup draw in Washington, D.C., Infantino presented Trump with the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize.

Source: The Telegraph January 21, 2026 18:46 UTC