NEW DELHI: The President of the United States Donald Trump became one of the biggest talking points after Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at the New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday.Trump stood by the Spanish players as they received the World Cup trophy and stood on the podium during the celebrations. Trump only stepped aside after FIFA president Gianni Infantino removed him, allowing captain Rodri to lift the trophy with his teammates. The moment quickly went viral on social media.The president of the United States also gave the FIFA World Cup trophy to the Spanish players after the final in the New York New Jersey Stadium.
Boos greet Trump during the trophy ceremony
Boos echoed around the stadium when Trump and Infantino walked onto the field for the trophy presentation after the game. Trump, who had arrived at the stadium by helicopter, congratulated the players with a handshake as they walked onto the stage before standing with the Spain team during the trophy presentation.
Torres fires Spain to second World Cup title
Spain beat defending champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time thanks to a goal from substitute Ferran Torres in the 106th minute.Spain dominated the possession and created many more chances throughout the match, while Lionel MessiArgentina managed to force extra time before finally conceding.Torres reacted quickest to a loose ball in the box and fired a left-footed shot under the crossbar to seal Spain’s second FIFA World Cup title, their first since 2010.
Trump’s first World Cup controversy
Trump had previously found himself at the center of controversy during the tournament after calling on FIFA president Gianni Infantino to review the red card shown to US striker Folarin Balogun in the group stage match against Bosnia and Herzegovina.Balogun’s one-game suspension was later lifted, allowing him to play in the Round of 16 against Belgium, where the United States lost 4-1.