Democrats are clearly jealous.
President Donald Trump is set to take part in one of the world’s biggest sporting events this weekend, a move that is already generating headlines across both the sports and political worlds.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed that Trump will attend the FIFA World Cup Final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. During the championship ceremony, Trump is expected to join Infantino in presenting the World Cup trophy to the captain of the winning team.
The announcement marks a notable break from recent FIFA tradition and has once again placed Trump at the center of international attention.
Trump to Share World Cup Trophy Presentation
During an appearance on Fox, Infantino said he and President Trump plan to attend the match together before taking part in the trophy presentation.
According to Infantino, the pair will jointly present the championship trophy to the winning team’s captain after the final whistle.
Recent FIFA World Cup tournaments have followed a different format. During both the 2018 tournament in Russia and the 2022 tournament in Qatar, Infantino personally handed the trophy to the winning captain without sharing the presentation with a head of state.
This year’s ceremony will be different, giving Trump a highly visible role during one of the most-watched sporting events on the planet.
A Familiar Face at FIFA Events
Trump’s appearance comes less than a year after he participated in the FIFA Club World Cup trophy ceremony following Chelsea’s victory over Paris Saint-Germain in New Jersey.
After presenting the trophy to Chelsea captain Reece James, Trump remained on stage during the team’s celebration, creating a moment that quickly spread across television broadcasts and social media.
Supporters praised Trump’s enthusiasm and visibility during the ceremony, while critics argued he should have stepped aside once the trophy had been awarded. The moment generated widespread discussion and ensured the celebration remained in the news for days.
Despite that controversy, FIFA has once again invited Trump to participate in one of its highest-profile events.
World Leaders Have Presented the Trophy Before
Although recent FIFA presidents have typically presented the World Cup trophy themselves, history shows that world leaders have occasionally played an important role in the ceremony.
In 1982, Spain’s King Carlos gave the World Cup trophy to Italy captain Dino Zoff after Italy claimed the championship.
One of the sport’s most memorable moments came in 1966 when Queen Elizabeth II handed the trophy to England captain Bobby Moore following England’s historic victory on home soil.
Those ceremonies remain among the most iconic images in World Cup history.
Global Spotlight Returns to the United States
Trump’s appearance also comes as the United States prepares to co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which is expected to be the largest tournament ever held.
With millions of viewers expected to watch Sunday’s championship around the globe, the trophy presentation is likely to become one of the most talked-about moments of the event.
Whether supporters see the appearance as a symbol of America’s growing role in international soccer or critics object to Trump’s participation, the ceremony is certain to attract significant media coverage.
For President Trump, it represents another opportunity to appear on one of the world’s biggest stages as preparations continue for the 2026 World Cup on American soil.
