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Heat, immigration policies affect fan turnout ahead of FIFA World Cup

Al Jazeera · Just In
Al Jazeera
Al Jazeera
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The United States will host the football World Cup next year, alongside Canada and Mexico. But the White House's immigration crackdown is already casting a shadow over the event.

Breakdown
  • MetLife Stadium hosted the FIFA Club World Cup finals with a full crowd.
  • FIFA President Infantino called the tournament a success but noted heat issues for players and fans. 27s
  • U.S. immigration policies and travel restrictions have discouraged some fans, especially from Latino communities, from attending. 48s
  • The Club World Cup served as a test run for the upcoming World Cup, with most matches to be held in the U.S. 1m 58s
  • Despite challenges, enthusiasm for football is growing among American fans. 2m 11s
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