### [2026-11-11](/feed/2026/11/11/index.md)

##### 2026 FIFA U-17 World Cup
# The United States men's national under-17 soccer team withdraws from the upcoming FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar, citing safety concerns related to the Houthi–Saudi conflict. 




### Sources:

1. [AFP](https://www.afp.com/en/us-withdraws-u17-world-cup-qatar-over-security-fears)
2. [ESPN](https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/50455133/usa-fifa-mens-u17-world-cup-qatar-safety)

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