Trump says it's 'hard to bet against Messi' in World Cup final
President Donald Trump expressed admiration for Lionel Messi ahead of the 2026 World Cup final between Argentina and Spain. Trump declined to pick a winner but noted the difficulty of betting against the legendary player.
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The involvement of high-profile political figures in major sporting events underscores the cultural significance of the World Cup.
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Donald Trump will be in attendance for the 2026 World Cup final between Argentina and Spain on Sunday at MetLife Stadium alongside FIFA president Gianni Infantino, with both set to present the trophy to the winning squad.
So, who does the United States president have winning soccer's biggest game?
In a pre-recorded interview with Fox's Jenny Taft, Trump didn't disclose his pick, but did mention that it'd be hard for him to bet against Lionel Messi, who is playing in likely his final World Cup match on Sunday at MetLife Stadium. So Argentina over Spain then?
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