WC 2026 ⚽ · 20 July 2026

Trump calls for another FIFA World Cup in the US 'immediately'

US President Donald Trump said he wants the FIFA World Cup to return to the United States "immediately" and plans to raise the idea with FIFA President Gianni Infantino. However, FIFA's hosting rules mean the US is not eligible to host again until 2038, with the 2030 and 2034 tournaments already awarded to other countries.

By BriefTea Editorial · 20 July 2026 at 15:19

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