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Trump scores own-goal as World Cup overflows with politics

TOI correspondent from Washington: Spain won the World Cup but Donald Trump nearly stole the moment of glory.

The Times of India

Trump 'Awkwardly' Stays In Spain's World Cup Trophy Shot As SBS Host Says He 'Can Be Edited Out'

Spain's 2026 World Cup victory was overshadowed by Donald Trump's unexpected presence on the podium, sparking widespread discussion and social media buzz.

International Business Times UK

A desperate grab for attention. This is the way the World Cup ends

In today’s Football Daily: the GWC is finally over

The Guardian - UK

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Argentina’s Cristian Romero snubs Trump handshake at World Cup final

Cristian Romero snubbed a handshake from Donald Trump during the presentation of runners-up medals at the World Cup 2026 final.

The Independent UK

Did Cristian Romero Snub Donald Trump? Viral Video Seemingly Shows Him Avoiding a Handshake

Did Cristian Romero snub Donald Trump? A viral World Cup medal ceremony video has divided fans after the Argentina defender appeared to walk past the US president without a handshake.

International Business Times UK

Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin boycotts World Cup final in protest against Fifa and Trump

Fifa has come under heavy scrutiny during the 2026 World Cup, with the debacle surrounding Folarin Balogun just one aspect of Uefa’s discontent

The Independent UK

The 2026 World Cup highlighted huge problems in modern football - and who's at the heart of them

Abysmal treatment of fans and teams, politicians forcing decisions and one of the worst finals in living memory, there was a lot not to like

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“This is like a bad trip": Liam Gallagher, Wayne Rooney and others share their views on the first ever World Cup Halftime Show

It featured Madonna, BTS, Shakira, Justin Bieber and Coldplay

MusicRadar

Donald Trump Viciously Booed At FIFA World Cup Final In New York

Video footage captured U.S. President Donald Trump refusing to leave the podium until FIFA president Gianni Infantino tried to usher him away.

Bored Panda

Fifa president Gianni Infantino set for fourth term – despite World Cup controversies

As President Donald Trump presented the World Cup trophy to Spain at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, the man in charge of world football’s governing body, Fifa, seemed untouched by the competition’s controversies.

The Conversation

2026 was a World Cup of contradictions – with a tainted legacy

WORLD CUP 2026: In some ways, the tournament was like the best American fast food, writes Miguel Delaney, entertaining but immediately forgettable, yet Fifa ushered through some harmful precedents for the future of football and off-field controversy cast a long shadow

The Independent UK

Why Is the World Cup Played Every Four Years?

The World Cup is the most-watched sporting event on the planet.

Sports Illustrated

Moment Trump is asked to step aside by Spain after handing over World Cup trophy

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The Independent UK

President Trump Confirms When He Wants U.S. to Host World Cup Again

The United States’s time as co-host of the 2026 World Cup has come to a close.

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The Independent UK

Donald Trump’s big World Cup day out: crowd boos, player snubs and failed photobomb

The final game of the World Cup was Trump’s first, as he watched football’s biggest match alongside Gianni Infantino

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Donald Trump refuses to leave stage at World Cup celebration, loudly booed by enormous crowd

FIFA president tries to usher him away, but Trump stays put.

The Independent UK

Muppets, Donald Trump and Lego trophies: The top 10 weirdest moments from the World Cup final

Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in added time in a game which was full of colourful and at times farcical incidents but notably low on football quality

International Business Times UK

Trump 'Hijacks' Spain's World Cup Trophy Celebration Despite FIFA Chief Trying to Pull Him off Stage

Spain's World Cup victory was overshadowed by Donald Trump's refusal to leave the podium during the trophy presentation, sparking widespread criticism and viral social media reactions.

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The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 awards including best player, goal, match and the unforgettable moments

What were some of the highlights and lowlights from a tournament that delivered plenty of drama?

International Business Times UK

WATCH: Did Cristian Romero Snub Donald Trump? Awkward World Cup Final Moment Goes Viral

Cristian Romero seemingly bypassed Donald Trump's handshake during the 2026 World Cup final medal ceremony, sparking widespread social media debate.

Evening Standard

Watch: Cristian Romero snubs Donald Trump handshake after World Cup final

Tottenham captain takes a stand after defeat by Spain

The Guardian - US

Donald Trump has to let it linger as he hangs on for Spain’s World Cup celebrations

For the second time in as many years, the US president made sure he was a part of a moment of triumph he had little to do with

Radio France Internationale

Europe rights body urges Fifa to strengthen integrity of football ahead of 2030

The Council of Europe, a pan-European human rights body, has questioned the integrity of the World Cup and urged governing body Fifa to help build a stronger framework for the 2030 edition being played mostly in Spain and Portugal.

The Independent UK

Trump asked to step aside by Spain captain at World Cup trophy lift

Donald Trump was asked to move out of the way by players as Spain lifted the World Cup trophy.

Euronews

Sweet, sweet Spanish victory

In today's newsletter: The FIFA World Cup magic comes to an end, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen holds court on competitiveness, and various European capitals face ministerial reshuffles.

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