The United States is exploring the possibility of bidding to host the 2038 Men's World Cup, according to Andrew Giuliani, who has discussed the matter with President Donald Trump. Fifa is reportedly considering expanding the tournament to 64 teams, a move that could influence hosting decisions.
Giuliani expressed confidence in the U.S.'s ability to host, citing the nation's existing infrastructure and stadiums, which he claimed required a significantly lower investment compared to other host nations. "There's no better country that's positioned to host a World Cup than the United States," Giuliani stated, noting the positive reception on social media and among fans interacting with the U.S. during the current tournament.
Despite the U.S. hosting a majority of the matches in the current World Cup, the tournament has faced controversy. Rights groups issued a travel advisory in April, urging caution due to what they described as "the Trump administration's violent and abusive immigration crackdown." Concerns were also raised about increased travel costs within the U.S. during the event.
Additionally, members of Iran's national team were denied entry visas to the U.S. amidst the ongoing conflict between the two nations. The team subsequently relocated its World Cup base from Arizona to Tijuana, Mexico, and operates under strict travel restrictions. Giuliani, however, highlighted the U.S.'s "incredible infrastructure" as a key asset, estimating that hosting costs were in the billions, significantly less than for other potential hosts.
He also commented on what he perceived as a global "love affair with the United States of America," particularly in light of the nation's upcoming 250th birthday. The U.S. is currently co-hosting the 2026 World Cup along with Canada and Mexico, which will feature an expanded format with 48 teams. The potential bid for 2038 would follow this event, coinciding with Fifa's exploration of further expansion.