US withdraw from U-17 World Cup in Qatar due to safety concerns
USSF cites state department advisory about Qatar Competition set to kick off in eight days The US men’s national team have pulled out of the Fifa U-17 World Cup, which is due to kick off in Qatar in just over a week.
Key points
- The Under-17 World Cup in Qatar will kick off as scheduled next week despite the United States’ decision to withdraw.
“Unfortunately, in light of current circumstances … we are no longer able to participate in the tournament,” US Soccer’s letter to players reads.
“The wellbeing of our players and staff will always be our top priority.
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