Donald Trump cropped out? FIFA 's World Cup celebrating Spain's victory sparks online buzz
Spain's national football team shared photographs from its 2026 FIFA World Cup celebrations on social media on Sunday, July 19, but one detail quickly caught
Spain's national football team shared photographs from its 2026 FIFA World Cup celebrations on social media on Sunday, July 19, but one detail quickly caught the attention of online users - US President Donald Trump was not visible in the team's official celebration picture. Trump was present during the trophy presentation following Spain's 1-0 victory over Argentina in the World Cup final. Alongside FIFA president Gianni Infantino, he helped present the trophy to the Spanish players after La Roja secured the title. During the celebrations, however, Trump remained on the podium for a short period even as Infantino appeared to encourage him to step aside from the stage set up at the centre of the pitch. This led many to expect that he would appear in the team's official celebration photographs. Quick answers to key questions • 5 QUESTIONS 1 Why was Donald Trump not included in Spain's World Cup celebration photo? ⌵ It is unclear whether Trump was digitally removed from the photo or if the team chose an image taken after both he and FIFA President Gianni Infantino had left the podium.
2 How did Spain win their second FIFA World Cup title? ⌵ Spain secured their second World Cup title by defeating Argentina 1-0 after extra time, with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal in the 106th minute. 3 What significant events occurred during the final match between Spain and Argentina? ⌵ The final featured a red card issued to Argentina's Enzo Fernandez and a tense atmosphere marked by a post-match brawl between players from both teams. 4 What financial implications did the 2026 FIFA World Cup have for FIFA? ⌵ The 2026 FIFA World Cup is expected to generate over $9 billion in revenue for FIFA, making it the most lucrative sporting event due to its expanded format and increased match count. 5 What controversies surrounded the 2026 World Cup trophy presentation? ⌵ Trump's presence during the trophy presentation sparked debate, as many felt the stage should have been reserved exclusively for the champions, while others criticized the disruption of tradition.
The image later shared by Spain's national team did not include Trump, prompting discussion online. Unclear why Trump does not appear in the image It was not immediately known whether Trump had been digitally removed from the photograph or whether the team had simply chosen an image taken later, after both Trump and Infantino had left the podium. Regardless of the speculation surrounding the image, Spain's players had plenty to celebrate after defeating Lionel Messi's Argentina in the final. Spain claim second World Cup title Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the WC Final, bringing an end to Lionel Messi's title defence and completing an impressive unbeaten campaign in which La Roja conceded just one goal in eight matches. The triumph secured Spain's second men's FIFA World Cup title and their first since lifting the trophy in 2010. For 19-year-old Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal, who was just three years old during Spain's maiden World Cup triumph, marked the biggest achievement of his young career.
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