The 2026 World Cup final, won by Spain 1-0 over Argentina, ended with an award ceremony attended by US President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino. Trump presented the World Cup trophy to the Spanish national team.

Upon Trump's entrance onto the pitch for the ceremony, the stadium crowd expressed boos and jeers, according to reporters from the press pool accompanying the president. The noise reportedly rose from approximately 78 decibels, recorded at arrival, to approximately 84 decibels after the president's entrance.

After the trophy presentation, Trump remained on stage near the Spanish players during the first celebratory photos. Spain's captain, Rodri, named best player of the tournament, then invited the president to move out of the frame with a gesture, placing his arm around Trump's flank to guide him sideways, allowing the team to pose for a photo without outside figures. Infantino, according to reports, had also suggested Trump leave space for the players.

The episode generated widespread commentary on social media and news outlets, focusing on the role of the American president in a sporting ceremony and on Rodri's gesture.