FIFA President Gianni Infantino thanked former United States President Donald Trump on June 10, 2026, for his extensive involvement in the upcoming 2026 World Cup tournament.
According to a report by Nieuwslens, Infantino praised Trump during the tournament preparations, referring to him as the 'greatest power in the world.'
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The appreciation comes as participating nations finalize their rosters and play warm-up matches ahead of the global competition.
Team Preparations Underway
Brazil national team star Neymar faces a potential setback and might miss the opening match for his country, though specific medical details remain unclear.
Meanwhile, European and Asian squads are finalizing their schedules.
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The Netherlands national team is set to play group stage matches against Japan, Sweden, and Tunisia, following recent warm-up games against Algeria and Uzbekistan.
The Dutch side secured a victory against Uzbekistan on June 8, while their reserve squad suffered a 1-2 defeat against the Uzbek counterparts.
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Several Ajax players, including Wout Weghorst, Ko Itakura, Takehiro Tomiyasu, and Josip Sutalo, are expected to feature for their respective nations during the tournament.
