United States of America President Donald Trump has confirmed his attendance at Sunday’s FIFA Club World Cup final, set to take place at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
The announcement comes as FIFA opens a new office in Trump Tower, New York, strengthening its U.S. presence ahead of the 2026 World Cup, which the U.S. will co-host with Canada and Mexico. The United States is currently hosting the first edition of the expanded Club World Cup.
The final will feature Chelsea facing off against either Paris Saint-Germain or Real Madrid—at the same venue slated for the 2026 World Cup final.
President Trump, who also attended this year’s Super Bowl, is leading a White House taskforce overseeing preparations for both the Club World Cup and the 2026 World Cup. FIFA President Gianni Infantino praised U.S. support, stating, “We have received tremendous backing from the government and the president.”
Infantino emphasized FIFA’s commitment to global reach, saying, “To be global, you have to be local… and that means having a presence in New York.”
FIFA already operates an office in Miami, and the new Trump Tower location is viewed as a strategic expansion aimed at bolstering coordination with U.S. authorities.
Despite ongoing criticism of Trump’s immigration policies—including travel restrictions affecting citizens from a dozen countries—Infantino reassured international fans, promising a welcoming environment.
Since beginning his second term, Trump has increased his visibility in the sports world. He became the first sitting U.S. president to attend the Super Bowl and recently announced that Washington D.C. will host the 2027 NFL Draft. He has also attended several UFC events and revealed plans for the White House to host a UFC fight night next year.
