The idea of boycotting the World Cup, which will take place this summer in the USA, is being discussed in Europe against the backdrop of disputes over Greenland.
This is reported by the authoritative magazine Economist.
"Currently, the mood in Brussels (EU) is grim, if not rebellious, in light of the situation with Greenland. A boycott of the World Cup in America this summer is being discussed,... an action reminiscent of the boycott of the 1980 Summer Olympics in Moscow by the USA," noted the article's author.
He also points out that "if Europeans do decide to respond" to the USA, the situation could worsen.
Earlier, US President Donald Trump stated that he spoke with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and discussed Greenland with him. Trump also noted that he agreed to hold a meeting regarding Greenland with various parties in Davos.
Greenland is part of the Kingdom of Denmark. However, Trump has repeatedly stated that the island should, in any case, become part of the USA. The authorities of Denmark and Greenland have warned Washington against seizing the island, noting that they expect respect for their territorial integrity.
Meanwhile, the president of St. Pauli and a member of the executive board of the Bundesliga and the German Football Association, Oke Gettlich, has called for a discussion on the issue of boycotting the 2026 World Cup due to US President Donald Trump and his statements regarding Greenland.
"The question of whether Europeans should participate in competitions in a country that indirectly, and possibly soon directly, attacks Europe is indeed justified," Gettlich's words are quoted by City A.M.
The 2026 World Cup will be the first to feature 48 national teams and will be the first to take place across three countries — in the USA, Mexico, and Canada. The tournament will run from June 11 to July 19.
In 2028, Los Angeles will host the Summer Olympics.
