Former Fifa president Sepp Blatter on Monday suggested he supports fans boycotting World Cup matches in the United States this year due to security concerns. Blatter gave his support to comments from Swiss anti-corruption lawyer Mark Pieth, who worked with Fifa on potential reforms when Blatter was president, saying fans should stay away from the US for the tournament. “I think Mark Pieth is right to question this World Cup,” Blatter said on social media. The World Cup is due to be hosted by the US, Canada and Mexico from 11 June to 19 July. If they’re lucky …”Blatter stepped down as Fifa president in 2015 amid several scandals and was replaced by Gianni Infantino, who has forged close ties with Donald Trump.

Source: The Guardian January 26, 2026 17:19 UTC