Trump and Infantino Booed at World Cup Final; Trump Tries to Join Spain's Trophy Celebration

Published Jul 20, 10:43 AM UTC

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During the 2026 World Cup final at New York New Jersey stadium, US President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino were loudly booed by the crowd as they took the field for the trophy ceremony. Spain defeated defending champions Argentina 1-0, with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal. After Trump presented the trophy to the Spanish team, he attempted to remain on the podium and join the players' celebrations. Infantino quietly ushered him away. The incident mirrored a similar event at the 2025 Club World Cup at the same stadium, where Trump tried to crash Chelsea's trophy celebration, causing bemusement among players. This was Trump's first attendance at a match during the tournament, which was co-hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico.

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Football | The GuardianWestern

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