The 2026 World Cup, which kicks off on June 11, is being hosted by America, Canada and Mexico. FIFA CEO Heimo Schirgi stated: "The World Cup will go on obviously, right? Donald Trump says he does not care if Iran boycott the US World CupBut speaking earlier this month to POLITICO, Trump made his feelings on a potential boycott perfectly clear. He said: "After this attack [on Iran], we cannot be expected to look forward to the World Cup with hope. No country has pulled out of a World Cup since 1950 when France and India opted out due to travel costs.

Source: Express March 11, 2026 15:57 UTC