President Trump Awarded FIFA‘s First-Ever Presidential Legacy Award Ahead of 2026 World Cup
WASHINGTON D.C. – President donald Trump has received FIFA’s inaugural Presidential Legacy Award, recognizing his pivotal role in securing the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The award was presented during a ceremony at the White House today, marking a critically important moment as preparations accelerate for the expanded 48-team tournament.
The recognition underscores the trump management’s successful bid to bring the world’s most prestigious sporting event back to U.S. soil for the first time since 1994. The 2026 World Cup is projected to generate over $4 billion in revenue and create an estimated 3,000 jobs, offering a substantial economic boost to the host nations. The event is also expected to further elevate the profile of soccer within the United States.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino reportedly considered having President Trump conduct the World Cup Draw himself, a testament to the close relationship between the two. Andrew Giuliani, son of former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani and director of the White House FIFA World Cup Task Force, described the event as the “MAGA-FIFA World Cup Draw… Just like a great opera, there will be high drama.”
The award ceremony featured a performance by the Village People, who performed their hit song “Y.M.C.A.” – a tune frequently enjoyed by President Trump, who has been known to dance along to it, with moves emulated by U.S. men’s national team star Christian Pulisic as a goal celebration.
The 2026 world Cup is scheduled to kick off on June 11, culminating in the final at MetLife Stadium in New York-New Jersey on July 19.The tournament will be the first to feature 48 teams, expanding the global reach of the competition.
