Former U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to play a prominent role in the closing ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirming that he will help present the tournament trophy to the winning team following the final on July 19. The championship match is scheduled to take place at the New York New Jersey Stadium and is anticipated to be one of the most-watched sporting events in the world.
According to Infantino, Trump will join him on the field during the post-match celebrations, where the two will participate in the official trophy presentation ceremony and congratulate the newly crowned world champions. The announcement has generated significant attention, adding a political and diplomatic element to football’s most prestigious tournament.
Trump’s involvement reflects his longstanding relationship with FIFA leadership and his visible presence at major football events in recent years. His appearance at the 2026 World Cup final comes after he participated in the trophy ceremony for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, an event that also attracted widespread international media coverage.
With millions of fans expected to follow the final from around the globe, Trump’s participation is likely to become one of the defining moments of the tournament’s closing celebrations. The trophy presentation ceremony is expected to combine sporting achievement, global attention, and high-profile guests as the football world gathers to celebrate the conclusion of another historic FIFA World Cup.
