[Saba Sports News] In a recent interview, FIFA President Gianni Infantino stated that US President Donald Trump has been tied up with official affairs and has not yet had time to attend any matches of this World Cup, though he will be present for the World Cup final and trophy presentation ceremony. Co-hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada, this World Cup has delivered thrilling encounters and sparked a nationwide football craze across North America. Nevertheless, Trump has not turned up to watch a single fixture so far. It had remained unclear whether he would attend the final scheduled for July 20 at MetLife Stadium, and the White House offered no explanation for his absence. Back in December last year, Trump received the FIFA Peace Award, which led many to believe he would play an active, hands-on role throughout the tournament.
The editor believes that last summer Donald Trump attended the trophy presentation ceremony for Chelsea after the club lifted the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup title. He stayed on stage throughout the Blues’ trophy-lifting celebrations, and he will also take part in the World Cup trophy handover this year. This aligns with long-standing tradition: the president of the tournament’s host nation presents the trophy alongside the FIFA President after the final.