Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleJamie GardnerFriday 26 June 2026 10:07 BSTInfantino says Trump will present World Cup winner with trophyAndrew Giuliani, executive director for the White House Task Force on the World Cup, has indicated that the United States could potentially bid to host the global football tournament again in 2038.Giuliani highlighted that the US possesses the infrastructure and capability to host an expanded 64-team World Cup, citing existing stadiums and a welcoming atmosphere for international fans.He underscored the economic benefit, noting that the US already has built stadiums, which makes it a more cost-effective host compared to other nations.With future tournaments allocated until 2034, the path could clear for a return to North America in just over a decade, following the current co-hosting of the tournament with Canada and Mexico.Donald Trump is anticipated to attend the final in New Jersey on 19 July, with Giuliani hinting at a dramatic entrance and potential surprises from him.In fullUS can handle 64-team World Cup and could bid to host 2038 tournament, claims 2026 task force chiefThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in