Trump: It's hard to bet against Mess at the World Cup final

Trump will follow closely with FIFA President Gianni Infantino, while both will hand the trophy to the winning team after the finals.

In a recorded interview for Fox, the American president refused to find out which team he views as a favourite for triumph, but made it clear that Lionel Mess is the reason he would not bet against Argentina.

I thought about it during this question. I knew you would. I don't want to get involved, even though politics doesn't matter much. The president of Argentina is my friend and has done a great job. But I'd say it's very hard to bet against the Messy".

"will not choose sides. I just think it's really hard to bet against Mess. He's extraordinary", Trump said.

Messi starts the final only one goal away from the historical record of the best goal scorers in World Cup history, as Kilian Mbarppe tops the ranking after the third-place match against England.

The 39-year-old has scored eight of Argentina's 16 goals on this World. If I make it to the finals, it will lead to 22 the number of goals scored in six World Cup participation.

Trump spoke with great words about the Argentine star, putting it on the same level as Cristiano Ronaldon.

He's definitely one of the biggest. I get this information from my son Baron, who's a big soccer fan. There are many other great football players, but I've always liked Ronaldo and Messi", the American president ended. /Periscope/