President Donald Trump attends World Cup final in New Jersey
President Donald Trump attended the 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium, marking the first time a U.S. president has attended a men's World Cup final. The event featured high-level security and the presence of several international heads of state.
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U.S. President Donald Trump was in attendance at the World Cup final on Sunday, July 19, making his first appearance at the 2026 tournament for its final match.
Argentina faces Spain in the final at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, with a number of celebrities and dignitaries in the building.
Ahead of kickoff, Trump was seen with First Lady Melania Trump , FIFA President Gianni Infantino , Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum, Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney , Spain's King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia, Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez and Spain's Football Federation President Rafael Louzán.
Yes, there was an increased security presence at the game as the U.S. Secret Service took over the operation.
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