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President Donald Trump jokingly told reporters on 22 Aug. that he might suit up for next year’s FIFA World Cup when the tournament comes to the United States, saying he has "seen the money these players are making" and quipping that he "looks extremely good in shorts." The president described himself as "a very good athlete" and suggested he could play if he wished. Trump also said he would like his 19-year-old son, Barron, to attend some of the matches, noting the teenager’s height and joking that he "maybe could be a goalkeeper." The remarks came during an informal press exchange and were not accompanied by any formal plans or commitments regarding the U.S. national team or World Cup events.
🚨#BREAKING - President Trump announces he may try to play soccer when FIFA comes to DC in 2026: “I may try and play… I may put on shorts” Who wants to see Trump in soccer shorts? https://t.co/rWUGhqJJ89
Trump was asked if he would participate in any events around the World Cup, which will be held in the USA next year. After all, it's such a big event. - I can play there! I've heard how much money they make in that soccer. We call this sport soccer. So, I've heard about the https://t.co/0WEU8n4BGV
BREAKING: Trump may compete in FIFA events. REPORTER: “Will you take part in the FIFA events? TRUMP: “I may play. I see the money these players make. I am a very good athlete. I may put on shorts. I look extremely good in shorts.” 🤣 https://t.co/2PWnMRWM55
