A coalition of civil rights organisations has issued a formal travel advisory for fans attending the upcoming men's World Cup. The group, which includes Human Rights Watch and the American Civil Liberties Union, highlights concerns regarding racial profiling and potential discrimination. Visitors are urged to exercise caution when travelling across the host nations, according to Reuters.
The advisory follows reports from over 120 groups expressing concern for the safety of LGBTQ+ fans and ethnic minorities. The coalition stated that local laws and law enforcement practices could pose risks to specific visitor demographics. According to The Guardian, the organisations have requested that FIFA and local organisers provide clearer safety guarantees for all spectators.
Preparations for the 48-team tournament continue across 16 host cities. Organisers have previously maintained that everyone is welcome, but the coalition insists that legal protections remain insufficient in certain jurisdictions. The group has launched a dedicated digital platform to assist fans with legal resources during the event.
