Trump Joins Chelsea Trophy Ceremony, Jokes on Soccer

Former President Donald Trump attended the FIFA Club World Cup final at MetLife Stadium as a guest of FIFA President Gianni Infantino, where he joined the trophy ceremony and stayed on stage with Chelsea FC following their win over Paris Saint-Germain, causing confusion among players and fans. Trump's participation drew both cheers and boos from the crowd, highlighting his polarizing presence. In a post-match interview, he jokingly suggested signing an executive order to rename 'soccer' as 'football' in the US, aligning with global terminology, and expressed optimism about the sport's rising popularity in America. He stressed the unifying power of sports and referenced recent U.S. achievements in political and financial arenas. Trump also named Brazilian legend Pele as soccer's greatest player and mentioned a replica trophy once sent to the White House. The event comes amid growing anticipation for the 2026 World Cup, which the U.S. will co-host.