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Even NFL Teams’ World Cup Drummers Face FIFA Rules
In the months leading up to the 2026 World Cup, FIFA asked NFL teams whose stadiums would be hosting the tournament to provide drumlines and cheerleaders for matches, according to people familiar with the matter. For both FIFA and the NFL, the inclusion of classic U.S. marching bands and pom-pom toting cheerleaders wa…
Published 1 Jul 2026Curated by Transfer Window
Summary
In the months leading up to the 2026 World Cup, FIFA asked NFL teams whose stadiums would be hosting the tournament to provide drumlines and cheerleaders for matches, according to people familiar with the matter. For both FIFA and the NFL, the inclusion of classic U.S. marching bands and pom-pom toting cheerleaders wa…