French President Emmanuel Macron has confirmed he will attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup final in New York if the French national team reaches the match. The announcement was made during a press conference on July 10, 2026, at the Élysée Palace.
The 2026 World Cup, hosted jointly by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will feature an expanded 48-team format. The final is scheduled to take place at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on July 19, 2026.
Macron stated that his presence would demonstrate France's support for the team and the sport. He also noted that the government would provide logistical support for French fans traveling to the United States.
France, the reigning champions from 2018, are currently competing in the tournament. Their path to the final depends on results in the knockout stages.
