President Donald Trump will present the FIFA World Cup trophy to the winner of the match between Spain and Argentina on Sunday. A White House official confirmed this to Fox News.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced last month on ‘Fox & Friends’ that he and Trump would deliver the trophy to the winning team’s captain. This will occur on the field of New York/New Jersey Stadium.
Watch the Final Live: Reece James of Chelsea lifted the FIFA Club World Cup trophy alongside President Trump after Chelsea’s victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the 2025 final at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, N.J. (VCG/VCG via Getty Images)
Infantino also confirmed Trump’s attendance at the event. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt described the president’s attendance as “a fitting conclusion to a tournament that showcased America’s ability to host the world on the grandest stage.”
Trump was previously on stage for the FIFA Club World Cup trophy presentation following Chelsea’s win over Paris Saint-Germain last summer.
Earlier in the World Cup, Trump intervened in a significant controversy. He contacted Infantino to request a review of Folarin Balogun’s red card. Balogun was initially suspended for Team USA’s Round of 16 match but was later deemed eligible to play.
Historical Context: President of FIFA Gianni Infantino and President Donald Trump prepare to present the trophy to Chelsea FC after the World Cup final match against Paris Saint-Germain at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, N.J., on July 13, 2025. (VCG/VCG via Getty Images)
Trump has not yet attended a World Cup match, although Secretary of State Marco Rubio was present at the U.S. Men’s National Team’s opener against Paraguay, which resulted in a 4-1 victory on June 12.
In December, the president received the first FIFA Peace Prize at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., during the World Cup final draw. President Trump delivered remarks upon receiving the award from FIFA President Gianni Infantino during the World Cup 2026 Final Draw. (Amber Searls-Imagn Images)
Recently, Trump attended Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden. The White House also hosted UFC Freedom 250 last month. Additionally, an IndyCar race is scheduled to take place in Washington, D.C., next month.
Fox News’ Ryan Morik contributed to this report. Ryan Gaydos is a senior editor for Fox News Digital.
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