President Donald Trump made a shocking announcement from the Oval Office on Friday. He said Russian President Vladimir Putin might be attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA. FIFA is the premier soccer tournament in the world. Some are taking the news as a sign that relations between Russia and the U.S. are thawing as Trump facilitates peace talks between Russia and Ukraine.

Speaking of wearing shorts. Trump joked that he might be suiting up and participating in a soccer match or two. (WATCH)

Some are picturing what Trump would look like on the field. (WATCH)

Ok, we can never unsee that pic. But the poster is right. Trump’s game will always be golf.

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Trump hints at Putin attending the World Cup in the USA and jokes about soccer shorts.{ai:summary}Trump said Putin may attend the 2026 World Cup in the U.S.; Putin sent a photo, fueling talk of a thaw as Trump presses Russia-Ukraine peace efforts.He teased a possible on-field appearance and joked about wearing shorts; online reaction mixes praise with satire. #politics

Trump Hints at Putin Coming to 2026 World Cup in USA and Jokes About Taking the Soccer Field in Shorts

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