OPINION: Who’s in the White House shouldn’t matter when it comes to cheering for your country’s team. If President Trump congratulating the U.S. Men’s Hockey Team for winning the gold medal at this year’s Winter Olympics didn’t tick off progressives enough, here comes the biggest sporting event on the planet (yes, it is) — soccer’s World Cup. The majority of this tournament’s games will be played in the United States, and Mexico and Canada host a smattering of games.