Amid Immigration Concerns, FIFA Assures Fans Safety Is a ‘Top Priority’ Before Club World Cup
- U.S. President Donald Trump has put a travel ban on citizens from 12 countries, including Afghanistan and Iran, which could affect visitors to the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
- Only Iran has qualified for the World Cup among the banned countries, but exceptions exist for athletes and support personnel traveling for the events.
- The travel ban does not provide exceptions for fans from the targeted countries wishing to attend the World Cup or Olympics.
- LA28 chairman Casey Wasserman noted that the U.S. Government would cooperate with the Olympics, emphasizing the need for special consideration in visa processing.
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