Former President Donald Trump delivered a morale-boosting call to the United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) prior to their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Paraguay. Trump spoke with head coach Mauricio Pochettino and team captain Tim Ream, expressing his support for the team’s performance. The call occurred as the USMNT finalized preparations for the tournament, which will be hosted on home soil. Trump reportedly conveyed confidence in the team’s ability to succeed during the competition. This gesture aims to uplift the team’s spirits as anticipation builds for the World Cup’s kickoff. The USMNT will be looking to capitalize on home-field advantage throughout the tournament. The call has generated attention as the team prepares for its debut match.