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FIFA Allows Presentation of World Cup Trophy by U.S. Leader at Final
FIFA has indicated it has no objection to a U.S. leader handing the World Cup trophy to the winning team captain at the July 19 final. The organization also reportedly permits the leader to remain with players during post-match celebrations.
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FIFA has indicated it has no objection to a U.S. leader handing the World Cup trophy to the winning team captain during the July 19 final at MetLife Stadium. The organization also reportedly permits the leader to remain with players during post-match celebrations at the New Jersey venue.
A prior presentation occurred in 2025 at the FIFA Club World Cup final. In that match Chelsea defeated Paris Saint-Germain by a 3-0 score, and the leader stayed on stage while the team captain raised the trophy amid player celebrations.
TalkSPORT reported FIFA's position on the upcoming presentation. The same report noted the leader's participation in the 2025 event without objection from the soccer governing body.
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