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UK MPs Demand FIFA Expel US from 2026 World Cup

1/9/2026

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Twenty-one UK MPs urged FIFA to expel the United States from the 2026 World Cup, citing U.S. President Donald Trump’s alleged violations in Venezuela.
They say Trump’s actions, including threats against Denmark and Colombia, undermine global norms.
Labour MP Brian Leishman criticized sporting bodies for rewarding Trump while ignoring politics.
The motion argues sporting events should not legitimize such violations, given the 2026 tournament's geopolitical implications.

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Twenty-one UK MPs urged FIFA to expel the United States from the 2026 World Cup, citing U.S. President Donald Trump’s alleged violations in Venezuela.
They say Trump’s actions, including threats against Denmark and Colombia, undermine global norms.
Labour MP Brian Leishman criticized sporting bodies for rewarding Trump while ignoring politics.
The motion argues sporting events should not legitimize such violations, given the 2026 tournament's geopolitical implications.