President Donald Trump called the U.S. Men's National Soccer Team to wish the squad luck before their 2026 FIFA World Cup opening match [1].

The gesture underscores the national importance of the tournament as the U.S. hosts the event. Presidential support for the national team is intended to boost morale for the players and coaching staff as they enter the global competition.

The call took place the evening before the team's first game on June 13, 2026 [1]. The U.S. team, led by head coach Mauricio Pochettino, is scheduled to face Paraguay in their opening fixture [2].

In a video shared by the team's official X account, the president expressed confidence in the squad's ability to succeed on the world stage. "I think you've got a really good chance of going all the way, and I just want to wish you a lot of luck," Trump said [3].

The USMNT acknowledged the outreach through a social media post. "Last night, we received a message of support from POTUS ahead of our World Cup journey," the account said [4].

Trump reiterated his belief in the team's potential during the conversation. He told the players and staff, "You can go all the way" [5]. The call originated from the White House in Washington, D.C., and was coordinated just before the team's debut in the tournament [4].

The 2026 World Cup represents a significant sporting milestone for the U.S., and the presidential endorsement serves as a public signal of the administration's backing for the national team's ambitions [1].

“"I think you've got a really good chance of going all the way, and I just want to wish you a lot of luck."”

The presidential call aligns the U.S. government's public image with the national team's performance during a home tournament. By stating the team can 'go all the way,' the president is framing the 2026 World Cup not just as a hosting success, but as an opportunity for a historic sporting victory on domestic soil.