Trump Attends FIFA Club World Cup Final New Jersey

President Donald Trump is showcasing his unexpected attachment to soccer by attending the final of the expanded FIFA Club World Cup at MetLife Stadium, a move that aligns with his broader vision of a "Golden Age of America" during his second term. His close friendship with FIFA President Gianni Infantino, who frequently visits the White House and whose Club World Cup trophy Trump keeps in the Oval Office, has influenced this embrace of the sport, which also holds personal significance due to his son Barron's fandom and Trump's own youth experience playing soccer. Infantino praised the tournament's success, highlighting record attendance, massive global viewership via free streaming on DAZN, and significant revenue generation, despite some criticism from figures like Jurgen Klopp. Infantino also expressed gratitude to Trump for his essential support in organizing the new large-format tournament and the upcoming 2026 World Cup hosted across North America. The event and Trump's involvement serve as a trial run for the 2026 World Cup final, also scheduled at MetLife Stadium, and reflect Trump's use of soccer as a soft power political tool. While soccer remains less popular than traditional American sports, Trump is leveraging its growing influence to bolster his administration's international profile.