Trump praises Spain after World Cup 2026 victory
Donald Trump commends Spain's national team after their win over Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final and takes part in the trophy ceremony.
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AIFormer US President Donald Trump praised the performance of Spain's national team after their victory over Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final on Sunday, describing the match as thrilling and saying Spain played better.
Spain secured a 1-0 win over Argentina in the final, claiming their second World Cup title after their first triumph in 2010.
Trump, accompanied by his wife Melania and FIFA President Gianni Infantino, attended the final, which was held at MetLife Stadium on Sunday.
Trump participated in the awards ceremony, presenting gold and silver medals to the players of both teams, and joined Infantino on the podium to award the World Cup trophy to the Spanish team, known as the Matador.