World Cup Prediction: Donald Trump To Lift The Trophy?

Move over, Lionel Messi. There is a new potential star of the 2026 World Cup podium, and he prefers a red tie over a soccer jersey.

According to sports insiders, President Donald Trump will reportedly be allowed to lift the legendary World Cup trophy on stage alongside the winning team during next month’s final at MetLife Stadium.

FIFA executive protocol usually dictates that the trophy stays put until the actual players grab it. Still, apparently, soccer’s governing body is giving the U.S. president full VIP, all-access, “do whatever you want” clearance.

It’s about time Donald Trump won something, right?

Reports indicate that FIFA officials have already told the president they wish for him to hand over the trophy, marking some good news for the American President.

However, they are leaving it entirely up to Trump’s own discretion whether he wants to stick around on the podium and join the team’s sweaty, champagne-soaked group huddle, or retreat to the luxury executive suites. White House insiders are already placing their bets, betting that he will absolutely choose to stay on stage and hoist the gold.

If this feels like deja vu, that is because we have seen this movie before. Trump previously hopped on stage to lift the trophy with Premier League giants Chelsea after their FIFA Club World Cup victory. He has basically become a permanent fixture at major sporting events lately, popping up at everything from the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden to high-stakes UFC fights.

Note: Canadian and Mexican officials will also be invited to the closing ceremony, though nobody knows if they will get to touch the trophy. Sharing is caring, guys.

Red Cards & Red Tapes

While the president prepares his trophy-lifting form, the tournament hasn’t been entirely smooth sailing behind the scenes.

Somali referee Omar Artan, who was named Africa’s best ref in 2025, was denied entry into the U.S. by border officials due to alleged vetting complications. On the bright side, FIFA confirmed he will still be paid in full for the tournament, proving that sometimes you can secure the bag without even having to run the field.

Will the eventual World Cup champions embrace the ultimate presidential photo-op, or will things get awkward on the podium? Only time will tell.

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