Archive · 20 Jul 2026
Argentinian Players Snub Trump’s Handshake After World Cup Final
After Argentina lost the World Cup final to Spain, two Argentinian players, Lisandro Martinez and Cristian Romero, seemed to avoid shaking hands with US President Donald Trump during the medal ceremony.
Videos of this moment went viral on social media, shifting attention from Spain's victory to the players' interactions with Trump.
Neither player has publicly commented on the incident.
The ceremony also featured emotional moments, such as Lionel Messi in tears and coach Lionel Scaloni struggling to contain his emotions.
Trump's presence at the ceremony was notable and attracted attention before and after the match.
Argentinian players Lisandro Martinez and Cristian Romero appeared to snub US President Donald Trump’s handshake during the World Cup final medal ceremony.
Videos of the incident went viral on social media, drawing attention away from Spain's victory.
Neither player has publicly commented on the incident, and FIFA has not addressed it.
The ceremony included emotional moments, such as Lionel Messi in tears and coach Lionel Scaloni struggling to contain his emotions.
Trump's presence at the ceremony was notable and attracted attention before and after the match.
- Who
- Argentinian players Lisandro Martinez and Cristian Romero, US President Donald Trump, FIFA President Gianni Infantino, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney
- What
- Argentinian players appeared to snub Trump’s handshake during the medal ceremony after losing the World Cup final
- When
- July 20, 2026
- Where
- World Cup Final Venue
- Why
- The reason for the snub is not explicitly stated, but it could be due to personal or political reasons.
Players' Perspective
Trump's Perspective
Handshake Snub
Players' Perspective
Players may have chosen not to shake hands with Trump due to personal or political reasons, reflecting their individual choices and possibly a stance against Trump's policies or presence.
Trump's Perspective
Trump's presence at the ceremony was official and ceremonial, and the handshake is a traditional gesture of sportsmanship and respect.
- Event
- FIFA World Cup Final Medal Ceremony
- Date
- July 20, 2026
- Location
- World Cup Final Venue
- Key Players Involved
- Lisandro Martinez, Cristian Romero
- Presidents Present
- Donald Trump, Gianni Infantino, Claudia Sheinbaum, Mark Carney
- Outcome
- Spain won 1-0 in extra time