Uruguay World Cup Arrival Search Draws Criticism Over Border Treatment
Uruguay’s national team drew widespread backlash after players’ luggage was inspected by sniffer dogs during a roadside stop upon arriving in the United States for the 2026 World Cup. (Shutterstock)
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Uruguay’s national soccer team faced heightened scrutiny upon arriving in the United States for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after sniffer dogs inspected players’ luggage during a roadside stop, according to HITC.
The incident drew widespread criticism on social media, with fans arguing the team was treated unfairly and questioning the country’s handling of international visitors.
The reaction followed reports that Iraq striker Aymen Hussein was detained for nearly seven hours at Chicago’s O’Hare Airport and that a team photographer traveling with Iraq was denied entry.
Critics said the searches cast a shadow over the tournament before matches had begun.
