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World Cup Ticket Sales Surge Amid Immigration Concerns

1/22/2026

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Concerns about U.S. immigration policies have sparked viral claims of mass cancellations of World Cup 2026 tickets.
President Donald Trump promotes a welcoming message for fans, despite his administration's strict immigration enforcement.
FIFA reports over one million tickets sold, countering claims of widespread cancellations.
Experts consider it unlikely that ICE will target fans, and Brazilian fans can still apply for tourist visas.
The U.S. has established a dedicated visa page for World Cup attendees to facilitate access.

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Concerns about U.S. immigration policies have sparked viral claims of mass cancellations of World Cup 2026 tickets.
President Donald Trump promotes a welcoming message for fans, despite his administration's strict immigration enforcement.
FIFA reports over one million tickets sold, countering claims of widespread cancellations.
Experts consider it unlikely that ICE will target fans, and Brazilian fans can still apply for tourist visas.
The U.S. has established a dedicated visa page for World Cup attendees to facilitate access.