European football federations are not sure how to react to Donald Trump's demand of taking over Greenland. Reuters
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Firstpost21-01-2026, 17:44

Europe Considers FIFA World Cup Boycott Over Trump's Greenland Plans

  • European federations are concerned about Donald Trump's interest in acquiring Greenland, a self-governing territory of Denmark.
  • Informal discussions among 20 UEFA members in Budapest touched upon the potential impact on the upcoming FIFA World Cup.
  • The United States is co-hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with 78 out of 104 matches scheduled to be held there.
  • Calls for a World Cup boycott are emerging in countries like England and Germany if Trump's stance on Greenland escalates.
  • Federations are currently adopting a wait-and-watch strategy, aligning with their governments' diplomatic approaches.

Why It Matters: European football federations are weighing a FIFA World Cup boycott amid rising tensions over Trump's Greenland ambitions.

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