13,000 parents with child support arrears banned from 2026 World Cup stadiums
Buenos Aires authorities have sent a list of 13,000 parents who failed to pay child support to US officials; they will be denied access to 2026 World Cup stadiums.
Certains supporters pourraient se voir refuser l'accès au stade. (J. Reed/Presse Sports)
Argentina is implementing strict measures for the 2026 World Cup, targeting parents who fail to pay child support. The Buenos Aires city government has shared a list of 13,000 delinquent parents with US authorities to ensure they are denied entry to stadiums during the tournament.
The move expands the reach of the "Tribuna Segura" (Safe Tribune) program. Buenos Aires Mayor Jorge Macri emphasized that those failing to meet their basic obligations toward their children will face consequences.
Those who do not fulfill such a fundamental obligation as feeding their children must assume the consequences. If they do not provide for their children's needs, access to the stadium will be denied. Jorge Macri
This type of stadium ban is not entirely new for the country. Since March 2025, parents in default on child support payments have been barred from Argentine stadiums, with 162 supporters identified through identity checks since the policy began.
Individuals currently on the list for the World Cup still have an opportunity to resolve their situation. By settling their outstanding payments, they may regain the right to attend matches, including the Albiceleste's opening game against Algeria on June 17.