Donald J. Trump is expected to assume the role of the 47th President of the United States in January 2025. This has raised considerable discussion about the implications of his second, non-consecutive four-year term. One notable aspect of his potential presidency is his involvement in the hosting of the 2026 FIFA World Cup alongside the leaders of Mexico and Canada.
When and Where Will the 2026 World Cup Final Take Place?
It’s anticipated that Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, projected to become Mexico’s first female president, will officially open the 2026 World Cup on June 11. The Mexican national team, led by coach Javier ‘Vasco’ Aguirre, is set to play at the renovated Estadio Azteca. Trump, meanwhile, would likely preside over the final on July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Following established protocols, he would present the trophy to the captain of the winning team. The Prime Minister of Canada at that time would also participate in the ceremony, though Canadian federal elections in 2025 will determine who occupies this role.
Who Presented the Trophy at the 1994 World Cup in the United States?
The United States last hosted the FIFA World Cup in 1994, where Brazil won against Italy in a penalty shootout at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California. During this event, then-President Bill Clinton did not attend the final, delegating the responsibility of presenting the World Cup to Vice President Al Gore, who awarded it to Brazil’s captain, Dunga.
Trump’s Potential Role in the 2028 Olympics
Trump would also be responsible for overseeing the opening and closing ceremonies of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, set to run from July 14 to July 30. He would hold office through the Games until the presidential election later that November.
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