**Political tensions have kept limited trader attention on the possibility of a host country removal for the 2030 FIFA World Cup, though probabilities remain low.** The co-hosting arrangement confirmed by FIFA in December 2024—Morocco, Portugal, and Spain as primary hosts, with centenary matches in Uruguay, Argentina, and Paraguay—has faced scrutiny mainly from left-wing parties in Portugal and Spain. In early August 2026, groups like Portugal’s LIVRE called for Morocco’s exclusion over the Ceuta border migration crisis and human rights issues, urging a Portugal-Spain-only model. No official FIFA statement or action has followed, and preparations continue with Morocco advancing its six stadiums (including the 115,000-capacity Hassan II project) and Spain/Portugal managing venue adjustments after some cities withdrew bids. FIFA has repeatedly stated that decisions, including on the final venue, will come “in due course,” while internal federation politics and the 2026 tournament’s aftermath have not translated into host changes. Trader consensus reflects the stability of the joint bid and absence of concrete removal signals through mid-October 2026, with any resolution unlikely before year-end.