US President Donald Trump drew attention by taking the stage at the trophy ceremony following Spain's 1-0 extra-time win over Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at MetLife Stadium near New York.
Trump, who walked onto the pitch with FIFA President Gianni Infantino, took the stage despite protests from the stands. As Spanish players lifted the trophy, he briefly did his signature dance.

The US president stated before the match that he believed Argentine star Lionel Messi would give his team an edge. Trump added that Argentine President Javier Milei, who did not attend the match due to superstitions, was 'doing a great job.'
Trump watched the match alongside Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. The US's disputes with Mexico over immigration and tensions with Canada due to wildfires show that Trump's relations with these leaders remain strained.
Trump shook hands with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, even though the US had criticized Madrid's contribution in the war against Iran and its NATO spending targets.
Trump's stage appearance recalled a similar scene a few days earlier at Chelsea's trophy ceremony during the FIFA Club World Cup final. That incident also sparked widespread debate.