FIFA 2026: Trump to attend World Cup final on Sunday, White House says

WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump will attend the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain at the New York-New Jersey stadium on Sunday, ‌White House ⁠press ⁠secretary Karoline Leavitt said on Thursday.

"We look forward to the final match on Sunday, and I know the president looks forward to attending," Leavitt told reporters at ⁠a ‌press conference.

"His attendance will cap what has been the ⁠most watched, most secure, and most successful World Cup in American history."


Leavitt added that she did not know whether Trump had a favorite in the final but encouraged reporters to ‌ask him. "I'm sure he'll have a fun answer for you," she said.

The ⁠U.S. president will also attend a FIFA reception at the Trump Tower in New York City on Friday, Leavitt added.