Watch: Why is Trump not at the World Cup?
BBC · 13 Jun 2026

Watch: Why is Trump not at the World Cup?

US President Donald Trump became the first American president to skip a United States opening match at a Fifa World Cup. President Claudia Sheinbaum also did not attend the Mexico opener at Azteca Stadium on Thursday, and Prime Minister Mark Carney skipped the Canada opener in Toronto on Friday. The


AI Translated Summary:
Donald Trump's absence from the World Cup marks a significant departure from tradition for U.S. presidents. This decision aligns with a broader trend of political leaders opting out of major international sporting events.


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