'I look extremely good in shorts': Trump jokes about keeping FIFA trophy, and says Putin 'will be coming'

Trump jokes about keeping FIFA trophy

US President Donald Trump met with FIFA President Gianni Infantino to discuss preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

During the media interaction, Trump surprised many by sharing a photo with Russian President Vladimir Putin and suggesting that Putin might attend the global event.

Sharing an image taken during their meeting in Alaska, Trump remarked, “I believe he [Putin] will be coming [to the 2026 FIFA World Cup], depending on what happens." He added, “He’s been very respectful of me and of our country but not so respectful of others."

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The comments came shortly after Trump expressed his dissatisfaction with the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. “I’m not happy about anything about that war — nothing… I think over the next two weeks, we’re going to find out which way it’s going to go, and I'd better be very happy," he said.

In his characteristic style, Trump shifted from official remarks to commenting on his appearance. Speaking at the White House alongside FIFA officials, he announced that the draw for the 2026 World Cup would be held at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC.

When asked by a reporter if he planned to participate in the December draw and whether he might wear shorts given the athletic nature of the event, Trump responded confidently about his physique.

“I look extremely good in shorts," he said, drawing chuckles and nods from the room. He did not confirm whether he would wear shorts, but quickly returned to emphasizing the significance of the World Cup.

When a reporter asked him if he would take part in FIFA events, Trump said, “I may play. I see the money these players make. I am a very good athlete."

As FIFA chief Gianni Infantino showed the World Cup trophy to Trump, saying it was “only for winners", the US President grabbed the coveted prize and held on to it. “Can I keep it?" he joked. “We’re not giving it back! It’ll fit very well on the wall over there.