Trump Basks in World Cup Spotlight, Says US Should Host Alone Next Time As the world's attention was focused on the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, former President Donald Trump managed to draw some of that spotlight for himself.
In a series of tweets and public statements, Trump expressed his opinion that the United States should host the World Cup alone next time around, abandoning the traditional international collaboration that has become synonymous with this massive sporting event.
Understanding Trump's World Cup Stance Trump's comments on hosting the World Cup in the US reveal more about his priorities as a global leader than just his affinity for soccer.