Cyprus Mail18 Jul 2026

Trump back in World Cup spotlight after starring role in controversies

U.S. President Donald Trump will be back in the World Cup spotlight at Sunday’s final, after taking a starring role in one of the tournament’s defining dramas and with his eye on another hosting gig for America in 2038.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino said Trump will sit with him during the final between Argentina and Spain at New York/New Jersey Stadium and will be on hand to present the trophy to the winners, as he did at the Club World Cup last year....

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