Outrage Over Trump’s Travel Ban, To Hurt World Cup & Olympics? | First Sports With Rupha Ramani | N18G
US President Donald Trump’s sweeping travel ban on 12 countries has sent shockwaves across the global sports community. With America set to host two of the biggest events in world sports — the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, this decision is now being widely criticized for excluding fans from these nations. While exemptions have been granted for athletes and officials, millions of passionate supporters, especially from Iran — who’ve already qualified for the World Cup now face a heartbreaking reality. Rupha Ramani unpacks the broader implications of the ban, the political controversy surrounding it, and how it may damage the very essence of sport — inclusivity, unity, and global participation. As ticket sales for the Club World Cup lag and football’s popularity in the US remains underwhelming, could this policy cause lasting harm to America’s sporting image?See More
