President Donald Trump said he wants the United States to host another World Cup, this time without Canada and Mexico as co-hosts. His comments suggest he would prefer a future tournament centered entirely in the U.S. rather than the shared model that has put North America in the spotlight together.
Trump made the remarks during a FIFA World Cup-related reception, where he spoke positively about the event and the role the United States is playing. His enthusiasm appeared to extend beyond the current tournament, with an eye toward bringing another edition of the competition back to U.S. soil.
He also disclosed that FIFA president Gianni Infantino had raised a separate idea: a World Cup co-hosted by the United States and China. That proposal would represent a very different kind of partnership and adds another layer to the discussion around how future tournaments could be organized.
The comments highlight how major soccer events are increasingly tied to national image, diplomacy and global influence, not just sports. For now, Trump’s preferred vision is clear: a future World Cup hosted by the United States alone, without sharing the stage with its North American neighbors.
