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Trump Booed, Infantino Chases Him as Messi Receives Awards

7/20/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino presented the World Cup trophy to Spain, were booed, and Infantino—wearing white trainers—chased Trump after he lingered with the trophy.
Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum handed a trophy to Lionel Messi as fans chanted his name.
Lionel Messi wept after receiving his runners-up medal as Rodri won the Golden Ball, Unai Simon the Golden Glove and Pau Cubarsi the Young Player award.

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U.S. President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino presented the World Cup trophy to Spain, were booed, and Infantino—wearing white trainers—chased Trump after he lingered with the trophy.
Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum handed a trophy to Lionel Messi as fans chanted his name.
Lionel Messi wept after receiving his runners-up medal as Rodri won the Golden Ball, Unai Simon the Golden Glove and Pau Cubarsi the Young Player award.