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Bradley: Trump could cost USA WC
- Updated: November 23, 2016
Donald Trump’s “divisive and ugly” presidential campaign could impact on the United States’ World Cup bid, says Bob Bradley.
The USA are in the running to host the 2024 Olympics in Los Angeles while the US Soccer Federation has expressed interest in bidding to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup, either alone or with neighbours Mexico.
Swansea manager Bradley, who guided the USA into the last 16 of the 2010 World Cup, is concerned the President-elect’s policies could affect the nation’s chances of being awarded either sporting event.
“Everything that the President does in terms of domestic policy and international relations determines how you are received in all different areas, including sports,” said Bradley.
“The next World Cup is in Russia and, when you take …