
FIFA rules clear Trump to handle World Cup trophy at MetLife final
FIFA permits heads of state to touch the World Cup trophy, and the US president's hands-on role at the 2026 final between Spain and Argentina has put that rule under scrutiny.
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FIFA permits heads of state to touch the World Cup trophy, and the US president's hands-on role at the 2026 final between Spain and Argentina has put that rule under scrutiny.

Nathán Goldberg Crenier says FIFA president tarnished the sport by aligning with Donald Trump during the 2026 World Cup.

Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez and US President Donald Trump will both attend Sunday's World Cup 2026 final in New Jersey.

A complaint has been submitted to the IOC alleging FIFA president Gianni Infantino violated political neutrality rules through his dealings with Donald Trump.

US President Donald Trump called referee Raphael Claus 'suspect' and suggested checking his past after Balogun's ban was overturned.

US president yet to attend a game despite co-hosting and praising tournament

US president Donald Trump will be allowed to break protocol and hand the trophy directly to the winning captain, sources say.