Trump Says Tariffs Row Will Add Excitement to 2026 FIFA World Cup
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be a major sporting event, with 48 teams competing in 104 matches across 11 US cities and several cities in Canada and Mexico. The tournament is expected to create 200,000 jobs and have an economic impact of $40 billion, making it a significant event for the host nations.
US President Donald Trump believes the ongoing tariffs row between the US, Canada, and Mexico will add excitement to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the three nations. The tournament, featuring 48 teams and 104 matches, is expected to create 200,000 jobs and have an economic impact of $40 billion.
The US will host the tournament in 11 cities, while Canada and Mexico will host in Toronto, Vancouver, Guadalajara, Mexico City, and Monterrey. Trump has signed an executive order to establish a taskforce to oversee preparations for the tournament, with him chairing the group. FIFA President Gianni Infantino said that the event will give joy and happiness to the entire world, and that the task force will ensure that everyone feels safe and welcome.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is expected to be a major sporting event, with the potential to bring people together and promote unity among nations. Despite the current trade tensions between the US, Canada, and Mexico, the tournament is likely to be a success, with millions of fans attending matches and watching on television. The event will run from June 11 to July 19, 2026, and will feature some of the world's top football teams and players.
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, fans around the world are eagerly anticipating the tournament, which promises to be an exciting and unforgettable experience. With the US, Canada, and Mexico working together to host the event, it is likely to be a success, despite the current trade tensions between the three nations.
