Unpacking the Legal Challenges of the Historic Three-Nation World Cup
Unpacking the Legal Challenges of the Historic Three-Nation World Cup
As the excitement builds for the highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup, the first tournament to span the United States, Canada, and Mexico, legal experts are raising important questions on the complex web of liabilities that this unprecedented event brings. Michael J. Epstein, managing partner at The Epstein Law Firm, P.A., sheds light on the intricacies involved in his latest article, The Legal Gray Zones of a Three-Nation World Cup: Who Is Liable When Something Goes Wrong?.
A Unique Framework of Liability
Unlike previous World Cups that were governed by a singular national legal system, the 2026 event introduces a multi-national structure, creating a challenging landscape for all those involved. Epstein notes that the multi-jurisdictional element introduces complexities in legal responsibility that have not been faced before in the world of international sports.
"Most World Cups are governed by a single legal system," Epstein states.