Overview

• Trump signaled his intent to issue an executive order mandating that the U.S. adopt “football” instead of “soccer” to align with global terminology.
• He unexpectedly joined Chelsea’s onstage celebration at MetLife Stadium as the club lifted the expanded FIFA Club World Cup trophy.
• Parts of the crowd booed his appearance on stadium screens during the U.S. anthem and again during medal presentations with FIFA president Gianni Infantino.
• In a DAZN interview, Trump named Pelé the greatest player ever and described football as the most international sport and a symbol of unity.
• His comments and renaming initiative come as the United States prepares to co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Mexico and Canada.