President Donald Trump had a prominent role in the draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a key event marking the beginning of the final preparation phase for the tournament to be held in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. His presence highlighted the historic importance of this edition, the first ever to feature 48 teams.
During the event, Trump emphasized the role of the United States as the main host and expressed his enthusiasm for welcoming teams and fans from around the world. The president’s participation added significant political and media visibility to the draw, reinforcing his administration’s support for the tournament’s organization and for promoting the sport internationally.
