The United States’ trial run for the 2026 World Cup concluded in rather bizarre circumstances, with Chelsea’s 3–0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup final seemingly playing second fiddle to the surrounding histrionics.
Gianni Infantino’s brainchild has bewildered just as much as it has dazzled this summer, and the apex of the former was saved for the tournament’s very final act. And no, we’re not talking about Luis Enrique’s swipe at João Pedro.
President Donald Trump was in attendance for Chelsea’s upset of the European champions, and Infantino ensured he got involved post-match with the awarding of the trophy. However, the FIFA president perhaps didn’t plan for Trump to be at the front and centre of the Blues’ celebrations.






