President Trump steals part of spotlight as Spain celebrates World Cup title over Argentina
Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win the World Cup, but President Donald Trump ended up sharing plenty of the spotlight after joining the trophy ceremony.Rodri of Spain is presented with the FIFA World Cup Winner’s Trophy by FIFA President Gianni Infantino and President Donald Trump after Spain's victory over Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., on July 19, 2026.(Al Bello/Getty Images)FIFA President Gianni Infantino and President Donald J.
Trump present the FIFA World Cup trophy to Rodri of Spain during the FIFA World Cup 2026 final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J.(Europa Press Sports/Europa Press)Spain midfielder Rodri, FIFA President Gianni Infantino and President Donald Trump talk during the award ceremony of the 2026 World Cup final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026.
(Franck Fife/AFP via Getty Images)Trump, alongside FIFA president Gianni Infantino, walked to the stage, drawing a mix of cheers and boos as he greeted Spain's players before the trophy presentation.Fox WORLD CUP ANNOUNCER SAYS TRUMP'S APPEARANCE AT FINAL IS 'FUN, UNIQUE THING' DESPITE POTENTIAL BACKLASHTrump was briefly part of Spain's team photo as the players hoisted the trophy before Infantino stepped in and suggested he move aside.Trump also appeared in Chelsea's Club World Cup trophy celebration earlier this year after the final in New Jersey.WATCH:Trump has become a familiar sight at many of the nation's biggest sporting events during his second term.
As previously reported by Fox News' Ryan Gaydos, Infantino had welcomed Trump to take part in the trophy ceremony following the tournament's conclusion in the United States.Trump arrived aboard Marine One before making his way to the stadium.FIFA REPORTEDLY WILLING TO LET TRUMP HAND WORLD CUP TROPHY TO WINNING CAPTAIN AT METLIFE STADIUMThe FOX ...