Henry Bushnell

Henry Bushnell, Senior Soccer Writer at The Athletic, dives into the intriguing ties between Donald Trump and FIFA president Gianni Infantino ahead of the 2026 World Cup. They discuss how Trump's ambition for global spotlight intersects with the tournament's politics, including his controversial threats to shift games from Democratic cities. Bushnell also elaborates on the implications of the new FIFA Peace Prize and how Trump's showmanship shapes the event's narrative, reflecting on its burgeoning commercial landscape and the dynamics within American soccer fandom.