FIFA has ruled out the possibility of postponing the 2026 World Cup despite growing global tensions and the ongoing conflict involving the United States and Iran.
The tournament, which will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, is scheduled to begin in June and will feature an expanded format with 48 national teams competing for the first time in World Cup history.
According to FIFA Chief Operating Officer Heimo Schirgi, the scope of the event and the thorough preparations already done make any delay unattainable.
Organisers claim that planning for the worldwide event has been years in the making, encompassing significant infrastructure, logistics, and broadcast systems across three host countries.
Following growing tensions in the Middle East, especially as both the United States and Iran were set to compete, worries had been raised, according to data collected by The News Chronicle.
Some observers had surmised that geopolitical changes could influence trips, fan support, and team coordination.
FIFA maintains the competition will go as planned, notwithstanding these doubts as authorities keep a tight eye on events worldwide.
Bringing teams and supporters from all over the world to several host cities across North America, the 2026 edition is set to be among the biggest sporting events ever organised.
Football officials claim preparations are still on target and remain upbeat that all eligible countries will be able to compete in the tournament starting.
