New York, July 09 (V7N) — Former US President Donald Trump has announced he will attend the final match of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, which is being hosted in the United States. The announcement came on Tuesday (July 8), as FIFA inaugurated a new office in Trump Tower, New York — a move signaling deepening ties between global football’s governing body and Trump.

FIFA reportedly invited Trump as a special guest to attend the high-profile final in an effort to boost global visibility for the tournament. In response, Trump confirmed that he would watch the match live from the stadium.

In a move that has sparked both interest and criticism, FIFA’s new office in Trump Tower has become a symbol of the growing overlap between sports, business, and politics. Analysts believe the office launch, coupled with Trump’s planned presence at the final, could significantly increase media attention and commercial gains for FIFA.

Trump has long supported international football events, notably backing the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Some observers believe FIFA’s outreach to Trump is a strategic move to leverage his political influence and media reach.

However, the decision has drawn criticism from sections of the football community and human rights groups, who point to Trump’s divisive policies and global controversies. In response, FIFA clarified that the decision to involve Trump is purely commercial and part of a broader effort to promote football worldwide.

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, featuring 32 club teams from around the world, is expected to be one of the biggest editions of the tournament to date, marking a new chapter in the globalization of club football.

Source: Reuters

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