FIFA president Gianni Infantino congratulates Trump, predicts historic 2026 World Cup
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has congratulated Donald Trump on his victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, and expressed optimism for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup to be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
After Trump’s win over Democratic candidate Kamala Harris, Infantino took to Instagram to celebrate the result and shared his excitement for the World Cup. “Congratulations Mr. President!” Infantino wrote on Wednesday. “We will have a great FIFA World Cup and a great FIFA Club World Cup in the United States of America! Football Unites the World!”
The 2026 World Cup will be the first to be hosted by three countries, and it promises to be a historic tournament as the U.S. prepares to welcome teams and fans from all over the globe. Infantino’s comments underscore FIFA’s confidence in the U.S. being ready to stage a world-class event.
Trump’s return to the White House marks a pivotal moment as the U.S. gears up to showcase its capacity for hosting large-scale international sporting events like the World Cup. Football fans are eagerly anticipating what promises to be an unforgettable tournament in 2026.
