‘Right people’ enter US: Donald Trump’s remark on visa controversy sparks debate on social media | FIFA World Cup 2026 | Today’s news
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has been overshadowed by a serious immigration controversy. The strict US border policy has sparked widespread international outrage as the tournament begins tonight, with the opening match scheduled for 12 June at 0:30 AM (India time).
Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump said authorities were working very closely to ensure the “right people” entered the United States.
“It’s the most successful World Cup they’ve ever had. They’ve never sold tickets at this level. They’ve never sold so many tickets so quickly. It’s amazing because you don’t think about soccer in this country,” President Trump said.
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Donald Trump said US authorities are working closely to ensure the “right people” enter the United States for the 2026 World Cup, meaning a focus on security and due diligence amid the immigration controversy.
The US has been criticized for its rigid visa policy, which has denied entry to various international staff and players, causing disruption and raising concerns about the country’s ability to host the event smoothly.
Several international teams, including Iran and Somalia, faced denial of entry and extensive questioning of their members, leading to relocation and major challenges ahead of the tournament.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino acknowledged the visa issues as a “World Cup of chaos” and said the organization could not control government decisions on entry regulations.
Despite the criticism and international outcry, the US government has maintained a firm stance on its security protocols and has not indicated any plans to ease visa restrictions for the World Cup.
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The US president said he had spoken with FIFA president Gianni Infantino. Trump called him “the boss.”
“He said nothing has ever come close to what happened. We are working very hard to make sure the right people come into our country,” Trump added.
Reaction on social networks
Social media reacted strongly to Donald Trump’s comments. The term “right people” especially caught the attention of many people.
“Wait, who are the real people? They’re the people of America, right? Can America one day go without gunshots in the city?. So basically it’s not your fault Trump. It’s Gianni Infantino, the president of FIFA, that he accepted the offer for America to host the World Cup,” wrote one user.
“His answers never make any sense. Journalists should stop asking him about any of his work actions because he’s either lying or acting like he’s above everyone,” another user commented.
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One user wrote: “The World Cup hasn’t even started and our OGs are calling it a success, a World Cup creating more chaos every day. Imagine national teams representing their countries on the world stage without their fans present, nonsense.”
“Trump’s World Cup visas are the highlight of 2026. You know it’s a mess when football needs a press secretary,” read another.
“This World Cup has shown the world that the USA is incapable of hosting such a major event. I don’t think anyone will vote for them to host another major tournament from now on. They have created a very bad image. FIFA seems to have completely lost control of this World Cup. Now it’s in Trump’s hands,” another user wrote.
FIFA 2026: US visa controversy
Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, 13 members of Iran’s administrative and technical staff were denied entry to the United States. The team moved its training camp from Arizona to Tijuana, Mexico.
Somalia’s 2025 Africa Referee of the Year, Omar Abdulkadir Artan, was denied entry at Miami airport after an 11-hour interrogation. Star Iraqi striker Aymen Hussein faced a seven-hour interrogation at Chicago O’Hare. His team’s official photographer was clearly denied entry.
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Videos of Senegal and Uzbekistan players being subjected to tarmac drives and dog searches have gone viral. South Africa and Haiti barely got clearance a week before kick-off.
Fan failures were equally severe. Trump’s expanded travel ban now covers 75 countries. Ticket holders from Iran, Morocco, Haiti and Ivory Coast are denied tourist visas.
Scottish supporters reported the sudden cancellation of ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) ahead of their flights. Travel agencies report unprecedented cancellation of awards from international fans.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino recognized the “World Cup of Chaos”. According to him, a match ticket does not guarantee entry. Meanwhile, the US government is standing firm, refusing to ease security protocols.
