Trump to Attend 2026 World Cup Final in New York as White House Confirms Sunday Trip
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Updated · The Guardian · Jul 17
Trump to Attend 2026 World Cup Final in New York as White House Confirms Sunday Trip
3 articles · Updated · The Guardian · Jul 17
Summary
The White House said Donald Trump will attend Sunday’s World Cup final between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium, after largely staying away from the tournament until now.
Sunday’s appearance could put Trump back on the trophy stage with Fifa president Gianni Infantino, repeating a scene from last year’s club final at the same venue.
That earlier ceremony drew boos after Trump lingered during Chelsea’s trophy lift; he later insisted the crowd reaction was mostly cheers.
The final also carries a wider football storyline, with Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal set for a high-profile meeting 19 years after a 2007 charity photo of Messi holding Yamal as a baby resurfaced.