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Fans outraged over Trump's planned trophy lifting at World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 10:10 AM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Fans outraged over Trump's planned trophy lifting at World Cup

Summary

Amid ongoing controversy, FIFA may allow U.S. President Donald Trump to lift the 2026 FIFA World Cup trophy with the winning team this summer at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. This follows a similar incident last summer when Trump lifted the trophy after Chelsea's victory in the FIFA Club World Cup. Fans and social media users have expressed their anger, labeling the decision as 'pathetic' and stating that a politician's presence detracts from the athletes' moment. Trump's involvement has sparked significant discontent, with calls for FIFA to respect the event's integrity and the athletes' achievements.

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By the Numbers

•Trump permitted to lift the World Cup trophy this summer.
•Backlash follows similar trophy-lifting incident with Chelsea.
•Fans on social media criticize Trump's involvement.
•Mexican and Canadian officials invited but unclear on their roles.

Latest Updates

10:10 AMYahoo Sports — ‘This is pathetic’: World Cup’s ‘ridiculous’ Donald Trump decision sparks outrage

What they're saying

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Last summer, United States President Donald Trump was at the center of a rather awkward moment when he was allowed to lift the trophy with Chelsea after they won the FIFA Club World Cup last summer, which was held in the United States. Apparently, there’s a good chance that could happen again with the World…
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