Trump says World Cup made US a 'soccer country' as he presents trophy to Spain

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Trump says World Cup made US a 'soccer country' as he presents trophy to Spain
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President Donald Trump presented Spain with the World Cup 2026 trophy after its victory over Argentina on Sunday, declaring the tournament showed that the United States had become "a soccer country". The final capped more than a year of logistical planning by US, Canadian and Mexican hosts amid controversy over US immigration restrictions on some fans.

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