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Why has Trump stayed away from the World Cup?

Why has Trump stayed away from the World Cup?
BBC News Friday 26 June 2026, 14:35 UTC 1 min read
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Why has Donald Trump stayed away from the World Cup? And will he appear before the final?

Why has Donald Trump stayed away from the World Cup? And will he appear before the final?
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