Donald Trump expected to touch World Cup trophy at 2026 final
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 7:50 AM
Last updated Jul 18, 2026
FIFA confirmed that Donald Trump will be among select individuals allowed to touch the World Cup trophy at the 2026 final. This exclusive right typically includes heads of state, FIFA officials, and former champions. Trump, who previously handled the trophy during a visit from FIFA president Gianni Infantino in August 2025, will present the trophy to the winning team. The final will feature either Spain or Argentina competing for the title. Infantino noted that it has always been planned for the host nation’s president to participate in the trophy presentation.
- •Trump qualifies to touch the trophy as a head of state.
- •The original World Cup trophy is presented every four years.
- •FIFA allows select people, including former champions, to handle the trophy.
- •Infantino confirmed Trump's role in the trophy presentation after the final match.
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