Trump will attend World Cup final on Sunday, White House says

The White House press secretary says Trump has not revealed which team he will support

US President Donald Trump holds the FIFA World Cup Trophy, as he makes an announcement on the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as FIFA president Gianni Infantino stands next to him, in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, US, Aug 22, 2025. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst/File Photo

US President Donald Trump will attend the World Cup final between Argentina and Spainat the New York-New Jersey stadium on Sunday, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said on Thursday.

"We look forward to the final match on Sunday, and I know the president looks forward to attending," Leavitt told reporters at a press conference.

"His attendance will cap what has been the most watched, most secure, and most successful World Cup in American history."

Leavitt added that she did not know whether Trump had a favorite in the final but encouraged reporters to ask him. "I'm sure he'll have a fun answer for you," she said.

The US president will also attend a FIFA reception at the Trump Tower in New York City on Friday, Leavitt added.