Many feared a US World Cup under Trump would be a disaster. Its legacy will prove otherwise

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has been a raging success, judging by the numbers, the atmosphere and the absence of any major security incident. It’s ironic, then, that officials from the powerful European nations are pushing for FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s resignation despite him pulling off one of the globe’s great spectacles. This 39-day celebration of soccer took place despite myriad geopolitical fears, border disputes, and visa crises blighting the tournament’s buildup. Spain completely…