The White House has thrown its support behind England to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Andrew Giuliani, executive director of the White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026, expressing his desire to see the Three Lions lift the trophy on Sunday. The United States were eliminated earlier in the tournament, but Giuliani believes an England victory would provide a fitting narrative for America's 250th anniversary celebrations.
Giuliani's Reasoning
Giuliani, a senior adviser to President Donald Trump, told the Daily Mail: "You know, if the United States can't win on our 250th birthday, then a great storyline would be the English coming to America and winning during our anniversary celebrations." He added: "It's been 60 years of hurt, I gather, for England, so that would be a beautiful victory for them if they won the tournament."
England must first overcome Argentina in the semi-final to secure a spot in the final, where they could face Spain or France. Giuliani is confident in England's chances, describing them as "one of the top teams left" and praising their balance. He singled out captain Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham as key players, stating: "Harry Kane is the number one goal scorer for the England team, and if they are going to win the tournament, he will be the main reason."
Trump's Connection to Kane
President Trump is a known admirer of Kane, having previously called him a "great player" and a "great guy" on social media. Trump is set to participate in the trophy ceremony on Sunday. Kane once played a round of golf with Trump in 2024 after an invitation during a visit to Palm Beach, Florida. Reflecting on the experience, Kane said: "I played all right to be honest, but 18 months ago he invited me to play when I was down in Palm Beach. So, when the president invites you somewhere, it was a pretty surreal experience just to meet him and obviously play golf with him." Kane added: "His golf is pretty good to be honest with you. I hope I can play golf as good as him when I'm his age, that's for sure."
England's Path to Glory
England, under manager Thomas Tuchel, have not won a major tournament since the 1966 World Cup. With a talented squad featuring Kane, Bellingham, and others, they aim to end a 60-year drought. Giuliani urged the team to stay confident: "England strike me as being an exceedingly well-balanced team you have to be confident and what the coach has to drill into them is that they have the potential to win."
