What's Next for the USMNT?
The USMNT is set to request hosting rights for the 2038 FIFA World Cup, following the success of the 2026 tournament. Donald Trump has expressed interest in hosting the event again, citing strong ticket sales and hospitality revenue.
Why It Matters for the USMNT
The 2026 FIFA World Cup marked a significant milestone for the USMNT, with packed crowds and record-breaking fan engagement. The tournament's success has strengthened the case for another US-hosted World Cup in the future.
What Comes Next?
FIFA's hosting calendar will determine the earliest realistic opportunity for the USMNT to host the men's tournament again. The 2030 and 2034 editions have already been awarded, leaving the 2038 FIFA World Cup as the earliest realistic option.
Key Players Involved
Donald Trump has maintained a close relationship with FIFA president Gianni Infantino since the USMNT was awarded the 2026 World Cup. Trump's interest in hosting the event again has been fueled by the tournament's commercial success, with strong ticket sales and hospitality revenue generating significant revenue for the USMNT.
Dates to Remember
The 2026 FIFA World Cup took place from June 14 to July 15, 2026. The 2030 FIFA World Cup will be jointly hosted by Morocco, Spain, and Portugal, while the 2034 edition will be hosted by Saudi Arabia. The 2038 FIFA World Cup will be the earliest realistic opportunity for the USMNT to host the men's tournament again.
Statistics
The 2026 FIFA World Cup drew packed crowds across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with record-breaking fan engagement and commercial success. The tournament's success has reinforced the USMNT's status as one of football's biggest commercial markets.
Quotes
"We will be requesting it again immediately," said Donald Trump. "We have to do this again, and we have to do it while I'm around."
