"Trump's relationship with soccer is not a contradiction of his politics but an expression of them. The game is a playground for Russian oligarchs, Middle Eastern potentates, and Latin American strongmen-his people."
"With the world's attention fixed on stadiums in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, Trump will seize the opportunity to reap the tribute he craves: the genuflection of supplicants, the accumulation of spoils."
"The reasons for the right's disdain for soccer are, in their way, principled. Soccer is viewed as a cosmopolitan imposition-beloved by immigrants and elites, backed by multinational corporations eager to blend the world's largest economy into a global market."
Donald Trump has a long-standing interest in soccer, which contrasts with the American right's disdain for the sport. His fandom aligns with his political persona, as soccer is associated with global elites and corruption. Trump's engagement with soccer, including inviting top players to the Oval Office, reflects his desire for recognition and power. The right's aversion to soccer stems from its perception as a foreign influence, unlike traditional American sports. Trump's upcoming events related to soccer will further solidify his control over the movement.
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