Spain won their second World Cup title on Sunday, defeating Argentina 1-0 after extra time in New Jersey. The victory was secured by a 106th-minute goal from Ferran Torres, following a tense and physical match that saw Argentina's Enzo Fernandez sent off in stoppage time and Leandro Paredes dismissed after the final whistle.
Trump's Presence at the Trophy Ceremony
During the post-match trophy ceremony, FIFA president Gianni Infantino was joined by US President Donald Trump, who handed out medals and the World Cup trophy. Trump lingered on the podium as Spain's captain Rodri lifted the trophy, with Infantino having to jog across the stage to guide him aside.
This was not the first time Trump had gatecrashed a trophy lift. At the 2025 Club World Cup final, where Chelsea defeated Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 at the same stadium, Trump remained among the players as captain Reece James raised the trophy. Chelsea's Marc Cucurella, who moved to Real Madrid in summer 2026, recalled the incident.
Cucurella's Candid Admission
Cucurella said: "We had been told that, as a rule, Donald Trump would come to present us with the trophy and that we couldn't lift it until he left. We were all there waiting for him to leave – but the guy didn't want to leave – and on top of that, we looked at him and he said, 'Lift it up, I'll stay here', and so on. I wondered who would say anything to him, you know… I was scared s***less."
Trump's involvement in the World Cup ceremony drew a mixed reaction, with some fans booing him during the event. The US president has been a prominent figure at major sporting events in the country, often appearing during trophy presentations.
World Cup Final Details
The final was a tense affair, with Argentina's Enzo Fernandez sent off in stoppage time for a reckless tackle while already on a yellow card. The man advantage allowed Spain to push forward, and Ferran Torres scored the winner in the 106th minute. After the match, Argentina's Leandro Paredes was sent off for throwing punches, leading to ugly scenes.
Spain's victory adds to their 2010 World Cup win, cementing their status as one of football's great nations. The tournament, co-hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico, saw Spain overcome a stubborn Argentine side in front of a packed stadium in New Jersey.
