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Trump and Infantino: How a friendship is shaping the World Cup
- The relationship between Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino is highlighted by their collaboration on the World Cup draw set for December 5, with Trump calling Infantino 'probably the most respected man in sports.'
- Infantino has stated that his relationship with Trump is 'crucial' for the success of the World Cup, emphasizing the need for cooperation with government entities.
- Infantino surprised others by gifting a gold replica World Cup trophy to Trump during a visit to the Oval Office, stating it was 'for winners only.'
- Infantino has made more public appearances with Trump than with any soccer officials from Europe and South America.
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The plan began to take shape within a luxury box at MetLife Stadium.
Trump and Infantino: How their unlikely friendship is shaping plans for a ‘MAGA’ World Cup
WASHINGTON, D.C. October 6, 2025 — The plan started coming together inside a luxury box at MetLife Stadium. As the Premier League’s Chelsea was on its way to a shutout victory at the Club World Cup final in July, President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino were deep in discussion at the New Jersey sports complex outside New York City on another matter: where the draw for next year’s World Cup would be held. The high-drama spectacl…
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