Boycott Threats

European football leaders weigh World Cup boycott amid Trump’s Greenland threats

January 21, 2026 Reported by AI Image generated by AI

Building on earlier boycott calls over US foreign policies, European football federations are now closely monitoring potential action against the 2026 FIFA World Cup following President Donald Trump’s threats to annex Greenland. France’s sports minister has ruled out an immediate boycott, but politicians, fans, and federations across the continent are urging reconsideration.