Trump Bans Fans from 2 World Cup Nations: What Happens Now?

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup is already surrounded by political drama. Haiti and Iran have both qualified — but their fans may be blocked from entering the United States due to Donald Trump's revived travel ban. While players are allowed under a special exemption, families and supporters face strict visa challenges. FIFA is pushing back, but will it be enough? Here’s everything you need to know about the growing tension between politics and the beautiful game. WooGlobe Ref : WGA233132 For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com

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00:00The 2026 World Cup is already sparking controversy, and two qualified nations might not even get

00:06to cheer in the stands.

00:07Haiti and Iran have both secured spots in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

00:12But their fans are facing a massive hurdle.

00:14Donald Trump is back in the White House, and he's banned citizens from 12 countries, including

00:19Haiti and Iran, from entering the United States.

00:22This is a huge problem because the World Cup is being hosted in the US, Mexico, and Canada.

00:28While Haitian and Iranian players can enter the US under a special sports exemption, their

00:32fans not so lucky.

00:34Trump's travel ban still applies to regular citizens, including families of players and

00:39passionate supporters.

00:41And FIFA president Gianni Infantino isn't happy.

00:44He's made it clear a World Cup without fans is no World Cup at all.

00:48After intense talks, Trump's team offered a lifeline.

00:52Fans with World Cup tickets will now get priority visa interviews.

00:55But here's the catch, a ticket doesn't guarantee approval.

00:59Every fan still has to pass the full immigration process.

01:02So, will Haitian and Iranian fans make it to the World Cup?

01:06Or will politics bench the passion of millions?

01:09One thing's for sure, this World Cup is already bigger than football.

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