Former president attends Chelsea vs. PSG match at MetLife Stadium
Former U.S. President Donald Trump commemorated the first anniversary of a failed assassination attempt on Sunday while attending the FIFA Club World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The match, in which Chelsea defeated Paris Saint-Germain 3-0, served both as a major sporting event and a moment of personal significance.
Trump, accompanied by former First Lady Melania Trump, appeared on the field after the match to congratulate players, award medals to PSG, and present Chelsea with the championship trophy.
Stadium presence and guest list
The former president received a mix of cheers and boos as he entered the stadium. He watched the match from a VIP box alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino and other notable guests, including NFL legend Tom Brady, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, and Attorney General Pam Bondi.
MetLife Stadium will host the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, underscoring the event’s importance.
Statement and diplomatic context
In a statement released Sunday night, Trump referred to his survival in 2024 as an act of divine intervention, saying he was spared “to restore the Republic” and praised those who helped during the incident as heroes.
Diplomatic activity also took place at the event. Trump’s envoy, Steve Witkoff, confirmed he would meet with Qatari officials during the match to discuss efforts toward a ceasefire and hostage negotiations in Gaza.
Trump has expressed interest in attending several matches of the 2026 World Cup across North America and continues to make sporting events a significant part of his public appearances since returning to political life.
