Trump Super Bowl History
Donald Trump has made a habit of turning every major event into a spectacle, and the Super Bowl is no exception. Whether he’s attending in person, commenting on social media, or taking credit for something completely unrelated to the game, the former president always finds a way to make headlines. With growing speculation about whether he will show up at the 2025 Super Bowl, let’s take a look at Trump’s history with the biggest sporting event in America.
Trump’s Previous Super Bowl Appearances
While Trump has never been a fixture at the Super Bowl in the way that celebrities such as Jay-Z or Taylor Swift might be, he has attended the event in the past. His most notable appearance came during his presidency when he attended Super Bowl LIV in 2020. That game, held in Miami, saw the Kansas City Chiefs defeat the San Francisco 49ers in a dramatic comeback. The former president and First Lady Melania Trump were met with a mix of cheers and boos from the crowd. Naturally, Trump’s team focused on the cheers, while critics made sure to amplify the boos. Of course, Trump isn’t just a passive observer when it comes to the Super Bowl. He’s frequently made his feelings about various players, coaches, and controversies well known.
The NFL and Trump: A Complicated History
Despite Trump’s claims of being a sports enthusiast, his relationship with the NFL has been rocky at best. One of his most public clashes with the league stemmed from the national anthem protests led by Colin Kaepernick and other players. During his presidency, Trump repeatedly criticized the demonstrations, calling for players who kneeled to be fired. His feud with the league dates back even furtherback to the 1980s when he owned the New Jersey Generals in the defunct USFL. Trump tried to take on the NFL by pushing the USFL to move to a fall schedule to compete directly with the bigger league. The move was disastrous, and the USFL folded after a now-infamous antitrust lawsuit awarded the league a symbolic $3 in damages. Trump, naturally, blamed others for the failure rather than his aggressive business tactics.
Will Trump Attend the 2025 Super Bowl?
According to reports, Trump is expected to be at Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans in 2025. Given that this game will take place in the heat of his presidential election campaign, the optics of attending such a massive event are impossible to ignore. Trump has always thrived in front of large crowds, feeding off the energy and reveling in the attentionpositive or negative. Notably, Super Bowl Sunday is one of the biggest days for commercials, and Trump has previously used the event to air campaign ads. Could he try something similar this time? A stadium full of football fans provides the perfect setting for him to make a splash, whether through an official campaign moment or simply by having the cameras capture him enjoying the game.
Trump and the Super Bowl Halftime Show
If Trump does attend, one has to wonder how he’ll react to the halftime show performer. Over the years, many of the artists who have taken the stageBeyoncé, Rihanna, and Eminem among themhave clashed with him politically. The former president isn’t one to hold back his opinions, so if he dislikes the performance, expect a post-game social media rant. On the other hand, if an artist he enjoys takes the stage, he’ll likely claim credit for the show’s success. And if there are any technical issues? You can bet he’ll blame it on the “rigged” NFL.
Football Fans and Politics: A Never-Ending Debate
The intersection of politics and sports is nothing new, but Trump’s presence at any major sporting event often ignites debates. There will undoubtedly be football fans who cheer him on, seeing him as a champion of their values. Others will see his attendance as an unwelcome political distraction from a game meant to unite fans rather than divide them. Regardless of where fans fall on the political spectrum, one thing is certainif Trump attends the 2025 Super Bowl, it will dominate coverage. Who wins the Lombardi Trophy may become a secondary storyline next to whatever moment Trump creates.
Final Thoughts
Trump’s ongoing involvement with the Super Bowl, whether in attendance or just commenting from afar, keeps him in the spotlight during one of the most-watched events in the world. His complicated history with the NFL only adds layers to the intrigue. With Super Bowl LIX rapidly approaching, all eyes will be on whether Trump shows up, how the crowd reacts, and what impactintentional or nothis presence has on the game itself. Whether you’re a football fan or just here for the political drama, one thing’s for sure: it’s going to be entertaining.
