During the World Cup final medal presentation at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, Argentina players Lisandro Martinez and Cristian Romero declined to shake hands with United States President Donald Trump. Spain secured a 1-0 win over Argentina after a goal from Ferran Torres during extra time.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino included Trump in the ceremony, tasking him with presenting the trophy to Spanish captain Rodri. When receiving his silver medal, Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez bypassed both Infantino and Trump.
Cristian Romero accepted his medal and shook hands with Infantino, but he opted to skip President Trump, choosing instead to greet Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. Following the loss, Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni expressed visible emotion during his post-match address, reflecting on a tournament cycle that included a 2022 World Cup win and two Copa America titles.
