Trump and Infantino to Jointly Present 2026 World Cup Trophy

US President Donald Trump will co-present the 2026 FIFA World Cup trophy alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino. The presentation is scheduled for the tournament's final match on July 19 at the New York New Jersey Stadium.

Infantino confirmed the joint appearance during a recent interview, stating that he and Trump will watch the final together before handing the trophy to the winning team. Despite their close relationship leading up to the tournament, Trump has made very few public comments about the World Cup since it kicked off on June 11.

This upcoming presentation mirrors the 2025 Club World Cup final in the United States, where Trump handed the trophy to Chelsea captain Reece James. During that event, Trump broke from standard protocol by remaining on the winners' podium while the team celebrated. Chelsea players, including James and Cole Palmer, later admitted to being surprised by the president staying on the stand during the trophy lift