The World Cup 2026 has prompted warnings from human rights experts about rising sex trafficking risks across host nations, with concerns centred on Mexico, the United States and Canada as demand for prostitution is reportedly increasing during the tournament.
International expert Tatiana Kotlyarenko stated that the scale of visiting fans and extended stays linked to the World Cup 2026 is creating conditions that traffickers may exploit, particularly in Mexico, where she says criminal groups already control parts of the sex trade.
