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Trump Forms Task Force to Oversee 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America

The U.S. President takes charge of preparations for the tournament, expected to generate significant economic impact and global attention.

FIFA-Präsident Gianni Infantino (r.) überreicht US-Präsident Donald Trump einen Fußball
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Overview

  • Donald Trump has established a presidential task force to coordinate planning and organization for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
  • The task force, led by Trump, will involve collaboration across U.S. government agencies and departments to ensure successful execution of the event.
  • FIFA President Gianni Infantino praised the initiative during a White House meeting, highlighting the anticipated influx of millions of visitors to the region.
  • Infantino projected a $40 billion economic boost and the creation of 200,000 jobs across the two major events: the 2025 Club World Cup and the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
  • With ten million tickets available, Infantino likened the World Cup’s scale to hosting three Super Bowls daily for an entire month.