U.S. President Donald Trump is considering a surprise visit to the Milan-Cortina Olympics, potentially arriving on Sunday if the U.S. men's ice hockey team makes it to the finals. This information, reported by the Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera, indicates that Italian authorities are already preparing for Trump's arrival. However, Trump is expected to leave Milano shortly after the hockey final to attend the closing ceremony at Arena di Verona.

Currently, the U.S. administration has been represented at the Olympics by Vice President J.D. Vance. The anticipation surrounding Trump’s possible presence is heightened by the likelihood that Finland, competing against the U.S. in the semifinals, could disrupt the American team's hopes of reaching the finals. If both Canada, the U.S., and Finland win their respective quarterfinal matches, the match-up between Finland and the U.S. becomes quite feasible, introducing a significant chance for Finland to alter U.S. Olympic aspirations.

The prospect of Trump attending the Olympics raises questions regarding the political and sporting implications, as international events often serve as a backdrop for leaders to demonstrate national pride. The high stakes of the semifinals, coupled with Trump's potential participation, could create a unique atmosphere at the games, merging sports with political maneuvering, particularly if Finland plays a pivotal role in determining the outcome of the U.S. team's Olympic journey.