Heightened security measures have taken precedence in the United States as the nation prepares to host the upcoming FIFA World Cup. A video that emerged on social media platform X today highlighted the treatment of the Uzbekistan national football team upon their arrival for a series of friendly matches.
Upon disembarking from their bus, the players were instructed to surrender all personal belongings, including smartphones, before undergoing thorough searches with metal detectors and sniffer dogs. This rigorous protocol has sparked outrage among fans online, who claim that World Cup participants are being treated more like criminals than esteemed athletes.
Previously, US President Donald Trump had issued warnings about heightened law enforcement measures during the tournament, suggesting that unexpected situations could arise. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to commence in just two days, raising concerns about how such security approaches may affect the event.