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Lionel Messi and Inter Miami feted by President Donald Trump at the White House for MLS Cup title
Inter Miami, led by Lionel Messi, celebrated their first MLS Cup title with President Trump, highlighting soccer's growing U.S. prominence before the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- On Wednesday, March 5, 2026, President Donald Trump welcomed Lionel Messi and Inter Miami CF in the East Room to honor their 2025 MLS Cup victory.
- After signing with Inter Miami in July 2023, Messi helped the club become a global brand, with Trump noting his interest in the 2026 FIFA World Cup later this year.
- Among the ceremonial items were a pink No. 47 jersey and a signed pink soccer ball, with Trump praising 'You sealed a truly historic Inter Miami victory, becoming the first club from North America ever to beat a European club in official competition.'
- Turning to geopolitics, President Donald Trump focused on Operation Epic Fury and hinted at attention shifting to Cuba, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Attorney General Pam Bondi and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent attended.
- Looking toward June and July, Messi has yet to officially declare whether he will play for Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup .
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