President Trump to Grace the Stage at FIFA Club World Cup Final in New Jersey

US President Donald Trump has confirmed his attendance at the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup final, scheduled to take place in New Jersey this Sunday. This announcement follows FIFA's recent establishment of an office in New York's Trump Tower.

The United States is hosting the inaugural expanded edition of the Club World Cup and will also be a co-host for the 2026 World Cup, alongside Canada and Mexico. The final at MetLife Stadium could potentially pit Chelsea against either Paris St-Germain or Real Madrid.

As the chair of a taskforce overseeing preparations for each tournament, Trump has shown increased interest in sporting events during his term. His presence at the Super Bowl earlier this year marked the first time a sitting president attended the event. Moreover, in May, he announced that Washington DC would host the 2027 NFL Draft.

Furthermore, Trump has attended multiple UFC events, including the recent showcase in New Jersey last month, and has expressed plans for a UFC event to take place at the White House next year.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has expressed gratitude for the support received from the US government and the president, with the White House taskforce playing a pivotal role in the organization of the Club World Cup and the upcoming 2026 World Cup.

Despite Trump's controversial immigration policies and travel ban on certain countries, Infantino has assured fans that they will be warmly welcomed to the US. However, there are reports suggesting that Trump may expand travel restrictions to as many as 36 additional countries.

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Source: BBC Sport