Law enforcement agencies from various countries are actively sharing intelligence through a multinational command centre in the United States during the FIFA World Cup. The International Police Cooperation Centre (IPCC) in Virginia serves as a central hub for security coordination, involving representatives from all 16 host cities across the US, Canada, and Mexico, as well as liaison officers from participating nations.
The FBI, along with White House officials, is dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of the World Cup. The IPCC facilitates real-time international police collaboration during major sporting events, enabling intelligence sharing among US agencies, foreign law enforcement, embassies, and state fusion centres to address security threats promptly.
The centre operates 24/7 and processes hundreds of intelligence leads daily, ranging from various reports to potential threats like human trafficking and terrorism. Authorities have heightened their focus on unauthorized drones near stadiums and fan zones, with over 1,100 drone detections and 300 mitigations conducted during the tournament, including the seizure of more than 500 drones by FBI investigators.
Security cooperation among the host nations—US, Canada, and Mexico—has been described as seamless, with each participating team receiving equal security protection. The White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup has collaborated closely with relevant agencies to enhance security measures while ensuring smooth visa processing for supporters.
