Trump and the club World Cup: protests and security fear in Los Angeles!

Trump and the club World Cup: protests and security fear in Los Angeles!

The excitement in front of the FIFA World Cup in the United States is increasing, and while the football world is preparing for this big event, the latest political developments throw a dark shadow on the event. The first club World Cup begins on June 14, 2025, and this is exactly on the 79th birthday of Donald Trump, who apparently also wants to keep an eye on the games. There are already critical voices that question the political influence on the tournament. So reports Main Post that the security situation in Los Angeles is tense, which is made by protests against Trump's immigration policy.

The entry requirements that came into force on June 9, 2025 are also a hot topic. Trump has banned entry for citizens from twelve countries, including Afghanistan, Myanmar and Libya. Entering from these states face major challenges in terms of participation in the club World Cup. Fortunately, German fans should not expect difficulties, as the current information illustrated. Nevertheless, free access to the stadiums for fans with World Cup tickets in the USA is not secured. According to n-tv , however, players from several of the affected countries will start.

The security situation and protests in Los Angeles

The tense conditions in Los Angeles have led to massive protests. In a game of the Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC), fans showed their solidarity with the protesters. Disputes between the military and demonstrators are not uncommon. The mobilization of 4,000 reservists from the National Guard and 700 Marines by Trump encounters resistance from the local management team, which is concerned about the safety of its citizens. The community has come together in its concerns, as the LAFC clearly conveyed. At a planned party of a flamengo fan club, all celebrations were canceled for fear of raids. Sportschau reports that the effects of these raids and the long waiting time at visa many fans Tournaments such as the 2026 World Cup or the 2028 Olympic Games.

FIFA has its position with regard to profitability, and it is sought to generate income of $ 2 billion with the club World Cup. But the sales figures for the tickets are critical, many games are not yet sold out. Therefore, FIFA has already started to lower ticket prices and offer actions to promote sales - such as reduced prices for students.

The role of Gianni Infantino

In the middle of these challenges, FIFA President Gianni Infantino remains optimistic. He recently accompanied Trump on trips together to the Middle East and shows great confidence in the economic advantages that the FIFA tournaments could bring for the United States. Some tickets are already available for the club World Cup-a sign that not only the political but also the economic circumstances could influence the event.

with Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund when the German representatives fans have great hopes for an exciting club world championship. The football world will take a closer look at how the events are developing, while fans are tirelessly fighting for a smooth participation in this important tournament.