Trump, Infantino tout 7 million fans before World Cup final
What's next: Trump is set to attend the Argentina-Spain final after the US hosted 11 of the tournament's 16 venues.
President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino praised the 2026 World Cup's turnout and global reach at a reception in New York two days before the final between Argentina and Spain. Infantino said about 7 million fans had attended matches and that billions had watched on television, calling the event the biggest World Cup to date. The United States hosted 11 of the tournament's 16 venues, including every quarterfinal, both semifinals and the final. Trump said the competition had been a major showcase for the country and said he would attend Sunday's championship match.