Trump's family embraces FIFA World Cup ahead of championship game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 11:39 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
At a FIFA World Cup reception on July 17, President Donald Trump shared that his family is excited about soccer and will attend the championship game on July 19, featuring Argentina and Spain. Trump noted that his children enjoy the sport and mentioned his son Barron, who plays soccer. During the event, he expressed admiration for Lionel Messi’s skills, especially a key play in the tournament. FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed the World Cup's significance, asserting it is bigger than the Olympics. Trump also highlighted the extensive security and logistics support for the tournament.
- •Trump's family will attend the World Cup final on July 19.
- •He expressed newfound interest in soccer and players like Messi.
- •FIFA confirms the World Cup's stature exceeds that of the Olympics.
- •200 countries sent spectators for the 104 games in the tournament.
- •Trump noted enhanced security and logistical efforts for the event.
- 11:39 PMYahoo Sports — 'Something really special': FIFA World Cup soccer grows on Trump
"Trump described at a FIFA World Cup reception how his family likes soccer and looks forward to attending the championship game July 19.
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