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FIFA Considers Letting Trump Join World Cup Trophy Ceremony
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First reported by Walla · Jun 16, 2026
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FIFA is considering a protocol change that could let Donald Trump stay on the podium during the 2026 World Cup trophy ceremony. Gianni Infantino has already asked Trump to present the cup, and the final decision may be left to Trump himself.
- 01FIFA may let Trump remain on the podium for the World Cup trophy lift.
- 02Gianni Infantino has asked Trump to present the trophy to the winner's captain.
- 03The change would break the tournament's standard trophy ceremony protocol.
- 04Trump's Club World Cup appearance is being cited as a precedent.
- 05The debate recalls Qatar 2022 and the Messi bisht ceremony.
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