Chelsea's Reece James holds the championship trophy as he celebrates with teammates and President Donald Trump, second right, after Chelsea won against Paris St Germain in the Club World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., Sunday, July 13, 2025. (Kevin Lamarque/Pool Photo via AP) AP

President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump attended the FIFA Club World Cup final Sunday at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, getting a taste of the even grander soccer tournament North America is set to host next year.

Donald Trump stole headlines after Chelsea’s Club World Cup triumph with a surprising comment on ‘football’ and ‘soccer’.

At the FIFA Club World Cup final, held on U.S. soil at MetLife Stadium, Donald Trump’s unexpected and extended presence during Chelsea’s trophy ceremony triggered loud boos and raised eyebrows. The former president,

Germain, Trump stayed on stage during the trophy presentation, typically reserved for team personnel, baffling the Chelsea star.

President Donald Trump made a surprise appearance at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on Sunday, drawing deafening cheers ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup final between Chelsea and PSG The president and First Lady were on hand for the finale between Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain FC,

Some soccer fans at MetLife Stadium began cheering as three helicopters flew overhead before the FIFA Club World Cup final, as one of them carried President Donald Trump

The Club World Cup champions didn't, contrary to online rumors, edit the president from its snap. But critics do think the image choice made a statement.

US President Donald Trump attended FIFA Club World Cup final 2025 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey between Chelsea and PSG. He arrived at the stadium with first lady Melania Trump.