EAST RUTHERFORD: US President Donald Trump drew widespread attention during the FIFA World Cup trophy presentation after remaining on stage briefly as Spain celebrated its victory over Argentina in the 2026 final.
Trump joined FIFA President Gianni Infantino in presenting the World Cup trophy to the Spanish team following the match at New York New Jersey Stadium.
What happened during the trophy presentation?
After handing over the trophy, Trump remained on the presentation stage for several moments while Spain’s players celebrated with the World Cup trophy.
Video footage showed FIFA President Gianni Infantino appearing to encourage Trump to leave the stage before the celebrations continued.
How did the public react?
Clips of the ceremony circulated widely on social media, where users criticized Trump’s decision to remain on stage during Spain’s trophy celebration.
Some commentators described the moment as inappropriate, while others said it diverted attention from the winning team’s celebrations.
Did Trump make any other appearance?
During the ceremony, Trump was also seen performing a brief version of his trademark dance while standing alongside Spain’s players before leaving the stage.
Why is the moment notable?
The FIFA World Cup final marked Trump’s first appearance at a World Cup match as US president. Spain defeated Argentina to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while the trophy presentation generated significant online discussion beyond the sporting result.