On January 27, international media published many analyses surrounding the organizational capacity of the host country, the United States. Opinions suggest that although revoking co-hosting rights will cause great economic damage, this is a plan that needs to be seriously considered to ensure the safety of the tournament.
A country facing complex developments in street security is considered unlikely to create a peaceful environment for the biggest sporting event on the planet. Confidence in security work is shaken after recent incidents in Minneapolis.
The articles cited the incident involving federal security forces and the deaths of 2 people named Renee Good and Alex Pretti. The local government's explanation of the nature of this incident is facing much controversy from public opinion and human rights organizations.
In addition, the policy of cracking down on immigrants is also seen as a risk factor for international tourists. 2025 statistics show that the number of deaths and injuries related to the operation of immigration enforcement agencies is at an alarming level.
A noteworthy point is that 10 out of 11 cities expected to host World Cup matches in the US are located in areas affected by these crackdown campaigns. This reality is considered to go against the message of peace and solidarity that FIFA always aims for.
Diplomatic tensions between the US and its allies, including the two co-hosting countries Canada and Mexico, have also raised concerns about the general atmosphere of the football festival. Even some former senior football officials have warned fans about moving to the US during this sensitive period.
Currently, although there is no official decision on changing locations, discussions about security risks are putting significant pressure on the organizers. President Donald Trump previously also announced that he would consider moving matches to other locations if the original venue was assessed as unsafe.
