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Trump joins FIFA chief for New Jersey ceremony

6/24/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Cup ceremony will be the first jointly handled by a sitting U.S. president and FIFA president Gianni Infantino.
U.S. President Donald Trump will attend July 19 final in New Jersey to present trophy.
Security planners are reviewing protocols after Trump’s NBA Finals appearance caused street closures and delays in New York City.
Having missed all U.S. matches, he faces odds that give the United States a 3 % chance to win.

History

Historical Context

In 1994 the FIFA World Cup final took place at the Rose Bowl in Los Angeles before over 94,000 fans, and Vice President Al Gore handed the trophy to Brazil’s captain, marking the first ceremony on U.S. soil. The 2026 tournament, awarded to the United States, Canada and Mexico, will feature 48 teams, with FIFA chief Gianni Infantino set to present the trophy, echoing 1994 political involvement.

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Story summary

The Cup ceremony will be the first jointly handled by a sitting U.S. president and FIFA president Gianni Infantino.
U.S. President Donald Trump will attend July 19 final in New Jersey to present trophy.
Security planners are reviewing protocols after Trump’s NBA Finals appearance caused street closures and delays in New York City.
Having missed all U.S. matches, he faces odds that give the United States a 3 % chance to win.

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