In the arena where sport and power converge, President Trump has inserted himself into a deepening crisis at the heart of global soccer, publicly defending FIFA chief Gianni Infantino against a coordinated revolt from the sport's most influential regional bodies. Infantino's attempt to sell a share of the World Cup's commercial soul to private investors — without the consent of those who govern the game alongside him — has raised ancient questions about stewardship, trust, and who truly owns something that belongs to the world. Trump's endorsement, rooted in the financial triumphs of the 2026