Human rights organizations have raised concerns about the upcoming 2026 World Cup in the United States, with some groups warning about potential risks to fan safety and civil liberties during the tournament under the Trump administration.

The Sport and Rights Alliance, which includes Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International, has called for greater protections of individual rights during the World Cup. The organization has characterized the event as potentially problematic from a human rights perspective.

Supporter groups have expressed uncertainty about what might happen to fans who engage in disruptive behavior during the tournament. There are particular concerns about how protests and policing will be handled during the event.

Norway Football Association President Lise Klaveness is reportedly planning to raise concerns with FIFA regarding U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations during the tournament.

Critics have characterized the human rights groups' campaign as potentially damaging to American tourism and small businesses that would benefit from the World Cup. The tournament is scheduled to begin in approximately six weeks across multiple U.S. cities.

The 2026 World Cup will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with the majority of matches taking place in American venues.