Why LGBTQ fans are snubbing World Cup games in America

There’s a notable absence from this summer’s FIFA men’s World Cup that you might have missed.

England's official LGBTQ supporters' group, Three Lions Pride (3LP) announced in January that they would not have a visible presence at the tournament.

3LP, which has around 350 members and regularly attends matches, said in a statement that the "dangerous rollback of human rights" in the United States has caused significant concern for fans who were planning to attend the tournament.

The group said that they no longer believed the tournament would be a safe and inclusive environment.

"We very loudly raised our concerns about both Russia and Qatar as hosts, and it would be irresponsible of us to not raise our voices as loudly about the 2026 host," 3LP said.

"As ever, our primary concern is about the safety of our members and queer fans worldwide under the principle that fans should be able to follow their team wherever they play without fear of abuse, violence, or arrest just for their existence."

Here, Sky Sports News covers:

• Why are LBGTQ fan groups not attending games in the United States?

• What changes made by President Donald Trump's administration have affected LGBTQ inclusion in the United States?

• What has FIFA said about safety for LGBTQ fans, and will there be any improvements from the 2022 World Cup in Qatar?