US President Donald Trump is set to present the trophy at the 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina in New Jersey.

• Despite controversies, Trump has hailed the tournament as the "most successful sporting event maybe in the history of the world."
• Trump, a strong supporter of the event, attended a FIFA reception with FIFA boss Gianni Infantino at Trump Tower.
• The final offers a platform for potential diplomacy with leaders from co-host nations Mexico and Canada, amidst ongoing tensions.