Underfire FIFA presdent Gianni Infantino, with his job on the line, reportedly called up US president Donald Trump after his controversial FIFA World Cup stakes sale-off move met severe criticism from various football federations, especially UEFA. AdThe Swiss-Italian, last week, announced plans to sell off minority stakes to private investors for marquee events like the men's FIFA World Cup. Who won the 2026 FIFA World Cup co-hosted by Donald Trump's USA? Spain vs Argentina: Final - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Source: GettyThe 2026 FIFA World Cup - co-hosted by the USA, Canada and Mexico - featured 48 teams and three co-hosts for the first time, culminating with European champions Spain beating 10-man holders Argentina 1-0 in the final on July 19. The final was attended by US president Donald Trump, who gave away medals and the trophy to the winners in the presentation ceremony, with FIFA president Gianni Infantino by his side.