World Cup rings for winners as Trump attendance confirmed

Donald Trump is confirmed to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup final this Sunday, July 19th, where he is expected to witness the championship match between Spain and Argentina at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The White House press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, officially announced President Trump's attendance, highlighting that his presence would mark the culmination of what has been lauded as the most watched and successful World Cup in American history. This follows earlier statements from FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirming Trump's role in presenting the trophy to the winning team.

Adding a historic new element to the tournament, FIFA has also announced that the champions of the 2026 World Cup will receive bespoke, NFL-style championship rings. This marks the first time such an honor will be presented in a FIFA competition, embracing a tradition from North American sports.

These unique rings will be produced in a limited edition of 2,026 pieces, with 30 specifically reserved for the victorious squad and its staff, while the remaining pieces will be made available to fans as official merchandise. The rings are designed to feature the FIFA World Cup trophy on one side, with the other side customizable to reflect the winning nation's identity.