World Cup safety is in jeopardy due to funding chaos and a lack of security coordination, U.S. host city officials warn

As yesterday marked 100 days until the World Cup kickoff, some fans wagered on tournament favorites Spain and England clinching the trophy, while others worried about whether North America is even ready to host.

Safety concerns are top of mind for the dozens of crowded events set to take place across the US, Canada, and Mexico:

• The US and Israel’s military campaign in Iran has compounded existing security anxieties related to the cartel violence in Mexico last week.
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