Donald Trump potvrdio dolazak na finale, Infantino da će zajedno predati pokal svjetskim prvacima

Donald Trump confirmed his attendance at the FIFA World Cup final, while Gianni Infantino announced plans to jointly present the trophy to the winners of the match between Argentina and Spain. The final of the 23rd edition of the tournament is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The game will feature Argentina, which has reached the final for the seventh time in its history, against Spain, competing in its second final and seeking its second title after winning in 2010. Argentina’s national team has previously won the World Cup three times, during the tournaments held in 1978, 1986, and 2022. This year's appearance marks another opportunity for the South American side to add to their legacy. Spain, meanwhile, is aiming to secure its second World Cup victory following their triumph in 2010. Both teams have demonstrated strong performances throughout the competition, with Argentina advancing through the knockout stages with consistent results and Spain overcoming challenges to reach the final. The White House spokesperson, Caroline Leavitt, stated that President Trump will attend the final, emphasizing that his presence will enhance the occasion. She noted that the event has been one of the most-watched, safest, and successful World Cups in recent memory. While she did not disclose whether Trump has a preferred team, she encouraged journalists to ask him directly, suggesting he would provide an entertaining response. Gianni Infantino, president of the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA), revealed that he has maintained regular contact with Trump over the past few days. He reiterated that it has always been the tradition for the host nation’s leader to present the trophy to the winner, and that he hopes to carry out this ceremony alongside Trump. “That has always been the plan, and that is how it has always been done,” Infantino said, expressing confidence that both leaders will participate in the presentation. In contrast, Argentina’s president, Javier Milei, has decided not to travel to the United States for the final. His decision stems from personal beliefs related to superstition. Milei explained that he will continue watching the matches from his presidential residence in Olivos, stating that he has followed the games from there since the beginning of the tournament. He admitted that during the matches, he wears the same jacket, believing it brings luck to the national team. “I’ve worn the same jacket throughout the matches, and we’ve won whenever I’ve had it on,” he said. Milei’s absence highlights the varying approaches taken by world leaders toward major sporting events. While Trump’s participation adds a political dimension to the final, Milei’s choice reflects a more private, symbolic engagement with the sport. As the final approaches, all eyes remain on the stadium in East Rutherford, where the outcome of the match could determine the next champions of football.