Freedom of Speech at the FIFA World Cup 2026
Rietiker, Daniel
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Verfassungsblog
2026-06-11
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On 11 June 2026, the FIFA World Cup hosted by Canada, Mexico and the USA will be launched by the opening match between Mexico and South Africa in the Estadio Azteca of Mexico City. Considering the current international context, in particular ongoing tensions and armed conflicts, it is likely that FIFA and the three host countries will also face certain incidents during this year’s tournament. In principle, the international sports movement, including FIFA, aims to be ideologically, politically, and religiously neutral, which can provoke tensions with players’ and fans’ legitimate activism.
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Rietiker, Daniel
CAS
ECtHR
FIFA
Freedom of Speech
Sports Law
UEFA
World Cup
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