US soccer executive thinks Donald Trump is the only thing that can ruin their World Cup bid

American sports executive Charlie Stillitano believes only a "crazy action" by Donald Trump could prevent the United States from winning the right to stage the 2026 World Cup.

US soccer executive thinks Donald Trump is the only thing that can ruin their World Cup bid
Mon, 04 Sep, 2017 - 17:55

American sports executive Charlie Stillitano believes only a "crazy action" by Donald Trump could prevent the United States from winning the right to stage the 2026 World Cup.

The US has made a joint bid with neighbours Canada and Mexico for the expanded 48-team tournament, with US venues getting 60 of the 80 games and every match from the quarter-finals onward.

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