FIFA President Gianni Infantino Congratulates Donald Trump, Anticipates Historic 2026 World Cup in North America

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has extended his congratulations to Donald Trump as he prepares for a potential return to the U.S. presidency.

In a message shared on Instagram on Wednesday, Infantino warmly addressed Trump with, "Congratulations Mr President!"

Infantino also expressed excitement for upcoming tournaments, saying, “We will have a great FIFA World Cup and a great FIFA Club World Cup in the United States of America! Football Unites the World!” He highlighted that the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be a landmark event, jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, marking the return of the prestigious Jules Rimet trophy to North America for the first time since 1994. Infantino emphasized that these events will bring people together and showcase the unifying power of the sport.