Fans are convinced the Spanish team deliberately edited Donald Trump out of one of its official victory photos.

On Sunday (July 19), Spain secured its second World Cup title after beating Argentina 1-0 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

They have now added another star to their jersey, 16 years after lifting the trophy for the first time in 2010.

The ceremony became awkward after Trump remained on stage while the Spanish players prepared for their trophy lift. Credit: Dan Mullan / Getty

As the first sitting US president to attend a World Cup final on home soil, Trump had the honor of presenting the trophy to the winners.

But instead of stepping aside after handing it over, the 80-year-old remained alongside the celebrating players as they prepared to lift the trophy.

The moment quickly became uncomfortable, with FIFA president Gianni Infantino seen approaching Trump and appearing to encourage him to move away from the team.

Despite this, he stayed on the edge of the stage as Spain celebrated.

"Donald Trump doesn’t know what he’s doing, and he’s trying to steal the spotlight from the team! Can he just get off the stage and let the Spain players have their moment?" one user on X asked.

"Trump is like a toddler running about the altar during a wedding mass and Infantino his mother legging it about after him trying to get him down but not too forcefully in case he has a tantrum," a second slammed.

Many described his presence as "inappropriate," "beyond pathetic," and "embarrassing."

Others pointed out that it echoed last year's Club World Cup final, when Trump also remained front and center as Chelsea celebrated lifting the trophy.

Fans think Spain removed Trump from the victory photo

Hours after lifting the trophy, Spain shared a photo of the team's celebrations across its social media channels.

It didn't take long for supporters to speculate that Trump had been edited out of the image, captioned "LOS SUEÑOS SE CUMPLEN," which translates to "DREAMS DO COME TRUE".

"LOL SPAIN EDITED TRUMP OUT OF THE PHOTO," one user wrote. "They edited Trump out," another commented.

"They removed him from the photo. Champions with both honor and self-respect," a third added.

Trump already wants the World Cup back in America

The president spoke about the possibility of the World Cup returning to the United States after the final.

"I had a great idea for Gianni. I said: 'You have to do two countries. So announce us for next time, and then announce another country after that, and it'll take out some of the anger and the shock!' Now I think it's a great idea," Trump said.

"Based on the numbers, we will be requesting it again immediately. I said, to take out the shock, you could announce another country for the next one... but we have to do this again," he added.

The "numbers" Trump referred to are believed to be FIFA's reported financial success from this year's tournament.

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President Donald Trump had an unfortunate moment in the spotlight while he was presenting Spain with their winners' medals following the World Cup final on Sunday (July 19).

Spain were victorious over Argentina in the long-awaited conclusion to this summer's competition, winning 1-0 after extra time, thanks to a goal from substitute Ferran Torres.

It was heartbreak for Messi and his Argentina side, at what is likely the sporting legend's final hurrah at the World Cup.

Trump was very much involved in post-match activities, following a post-match brawl between the sides.

Trump spoke to players while handing out losers and winners medals, as some making it very clear that they were not fans of his.

But unsurprisingly, that wasn't the end of the controversy.

Donald Trump reportedly said the same thing to every player after the World Cup final. Credit: Justin Setterfield/Getty Images

Trump's hot mic moment

The President underwent a walk of shame, as he was booed while walking across the pitch after the final, at the New York-New Jersey stadium on Sunday.

As reported by HuffPost White House reporter S.V. Dáte, jeering could be heard from the crowd, with his coverage echoed on X.

He wrote: “Ambient crowd noise was about 78 decibels. Booing brought it to 84,” which is said to be around the same noise level as a diesel truck driving past.

The President would go on to make headlines as he stayed on stage while Spain lifted the trophy, despite FIFA President Gianni Infantino's attempts to usher him off.

Trump was seen next to the team as smoke machines and confetti cannons went off, before slowly making his way off stage.

Australian TV took aim at Trump

SBS, an Australian broadcaster, joked about the moment, which many perceived to be a moment of attention-seeking.

A commentator from the network can be heard saying: “They can edit him out of that,” which the Spanish team seemingly did on social media.

Social media users described Trump as an "embarrassment" following the bizarre moment, with another writing: "Editing Trump OUT is the best idea I’ve heard yet! Let’s just edit him right out of everything."

The ceremony became awkward after Trump remained on stage while the Spanish players prepared for their trophy lift. Credit: Dan Mullan / Getty

Spain win second-ever World Cup

Spain emerged as 1-0 victors over Messi and his Argentina side, in a scrappy final that likely won't be remembered by many.

La Roja won't care too much, as a stoppage-time half-volley by substitute Ferran Torres sealed the European champions' second-ever World Cup win, 16 years after their 2010 victory.

Their opponents didn't pose too much of a challenge attacking-wise, as Argentina became the first-ever team to go 90 minutes without a shot in a World Cup final.

With that being said, La Albiceleste were scrappy and disciplined in defence, with this reckless style of play leading to Enzo Fernandez being sent off in second-half stoppage time.

Spain will be pleased with the result, which sees a second star being added to their badges, while their captain Rodri was named player of the tournament.

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Following Spain’s victory over Argentina in Sunday’s World Cup final, attention has turned to off-the-pitch events, including Donald Trump’s peculiar involvement in the trophy presentation ceremony.

In particular, Trump's awkward encounter with Lamine Yamal has had people talking, with the former wonderkid shaking hands with the divisive US leader.

Spain, who overcame the reigning world champions thanks to a 106th-minute goal from Ferran Torres, claimed their second World Cup, 16 years after their first.

While tensions spilled over past the full-time whistle, with Argentina players disgracing themselves by lashing out at their Spanish opponents, Luis de la Fuente’s side quickly moved on as they collected football’s most prestigious prize.

The awkward footage between Trump and Yamal

The ceremony became awkward after Trump remained on stage while the Spanish players prepared for their trophy lift. Credit: Dan Mullan / Getty

As is traditional during such trophy presentations, both FIFA president Gianni Infantino and Trump were there to hand out medals, commiserate the losers, and congratulate the winners.

However, in true Trump style, the political figurehead ensured he was front and center, even standing in front of the podium while the players lifted the trophy.

Yet, it was his painfully awkward meeting with Yamal that was caught in slow motion that has had people cringing with second-hand embarrassment.

While going up to the podium, Yamal was congratulated by Infantino, as Trump waited with his hand out to greet the young talent.

Unfortunately for Trump, Yamal then left him hanging, having initially stuck his hand out.

While the pair eventually shook hands, there was certainly an air of awkwardness between the two, with Yamal not appearing to be massively impressed by Trump.

Trump ignored at presentation

This wasn’t the only time that Trump was either initially ignored, or completely shunned during the celebrations.

Argentina’s Cristian Romero visibly shook hands with Infantino, but strolled right past Trump while collecting his runner-up medal, another video that was circulated widely on social media.

Despite his reportedly close relationship with Infantino, Trump has stayed away from this instalment of the World Cup, with Sunday’s final being the only game he has attended all tournament.

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A lip reader claims to know what Donald Trump said to each player following the FIFA World Cup Final between Spain and Argentina.

Spain emerged as 1-0 victors over Messi and his Argentina side, in a scrappy final that likely won't be remembered by many.

La Roja won't care too much, as an extra-time half-volley by substitute Ferran Torres sealed the European champions' second-ever World Cup win, 16 years after their 2010 victory.

Their opponents didn't pose too much of a challenge attacking-wise, as Argentina became the first-ever team to go 90 minutes without a shot in a World Cup final.

With that being said, La Albiceleste were scrappy and disciplined in defence, with this reckless style of play leading to Enzo Fernandez being sent off in second-half stoppage time.

But following the final whistle, not only was there a brawl between the two sides, but Trump reportedly repeated the same message to players from both sides.

Donald Trump reportedly said the same thing to every player after the World Cup final. Credit: Justin Setterfield/Getty Images

Trump repeated the same message to players

The US leader was joined by FIFA president Gianni Infantino, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum in the medal ceremony at the New York New Jersey stadium.

He had greeted every player on stage and shaken their hands beforehand, exchanging words with them as they walked past, while Argentinian players Lisandro Martinez and Cristian Romero blanked his attempts at a handshake.

According to professional lip reader Nicola Hickling, who spoke to the Express via LipReader Ltd, Trump told each Spanish player: "You are a champ," before adding: "Amazing player."

Trump was jeered by many in the stadium as he walked out alongside Infantino, but he still had a prominent part to play in the medal and trophy presentation.

He also presented Spain with the coveted World Cup trophy, loitering on stage as Spanish captain Rodri lifted it with his teammates in celebration.

Despite efforts from Infantino to get the 80-year-old US President off the stage, Trump seemed determined to stay for the trophy lift before stepping off the stage.

The World Cup has now come to a close. Credit: Hector Vivas - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images

Argentina and Spain brawl after full-time

While many backed Argentina and their attempt to become the first nation since Brazil in 1962 to win back-to-back World Cups, they showed up with a defensive game plan.

In fact, the South American side wouldn't have an attempt on goal until extra time, as they looked to nullify Spain and defend their box for the entirety of the final.

Lionel Messi barely got a sniff in what was likely his last World Cup game, but Spain were made to work to find their winner in the second period of extra time.

Hope looked all but lost after Enzo Fernandez was shown a red card for a wild challenge on Spain's Pau Cubarsi in the 92nd minute of normal time, with Spain playing against 10 men for the entirety of extra time.

Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes, who was booked during the game, could be seen having a scuffle with a few Spanish players after the final whistle, with cameras seeing him lunge at some opponents.

All in all, it wasn't a good look for Messi and co as staff had to get involved to break things up.

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A body language expert has analyzed the moment Donald Trump appeared to remain on stage during Spain’s World Cup trophy celebration.

Spain defeated Argentina thanks to a 106th-minute Ferran Torres strike, but it was the angry reaction of the losers and Trump’s involvement in the trophy presentation that grabbed headlines, despite the Spanish triumph.

What has the body language expert said?

The ceremony became awkward after Trump remained on stage while the Spanish players prepared for their trophy lift. Credit: Dan Mullan / Getty

Professional body language expert Carole Railton examined the footage and said Trump appeared uncertain and reliant on direction during the presentation.

She suggested his decision to stay in place may have been influenced by the ceremony rather than a deliberate attempt to take attention away from the winners.

"He looked confused, of course, concerned and was being guided the whole time, so I do not think it was a congruous decision; rather he had been directed," Railton told VT.

The trophy lift itself is traditionally reserved for the winning captain and players, with officials and dignitaries usually stepping aside once the presentation is complete.

Even when world leaders or royalty hand over trophies, football tradition dictates that the victorious team should have the spotlight during the celebrations.

Trump was involved in the presentation as a head of state, but the actual lifting of the trophy remained Spain’s moment. Fans had already criticized his decision to stay on the podium longer than expected, with some arguing he should have moved away sooner.

Other experts discuss Trump's appearance

Body language analyst Jack Bowden also examined the scene, claiming FIFA president Gianni Infantino attempted to guide Trump away from the players before the final celebration photographs.

"After the presentation, the FIFA president tries to direct Trump to move away from the team and out of frame for the final celebratory photo," Bowden said.

However, he claimed Trump remained near the group as the cameras captured the famous winning image.

"Trump lingers on the edge of the group just as the final glitter cannons go off for the celebration still shot that will be shown across the world," Bowden explained.

He added: "By doing so, Trump manages to get a chance to remain in the final, iconic photograph."

Bowden also suggested the players appeared more comfortable interacting with Infantino than Trump during the ceremony.

"Throughout the line, players from both sides, including the victorious Spaniards, clearly preferred to spend more time with the FIFA President with whom they were much more jovial and physically comfortable and celebratory than with President Trump," he told UNILAD.

He claimed the interactions showed the players appeared more aligned with FIFA than with the US president.

"It is clear who is most valuable in that lineup to them, they were clearly more 'Team FIFA' than 'Team Trump'," he said.

The expert also analyzed Trump's usual handshake style and noted that he did not appear to use his well-known technique of pulling another person's hand or body position during the greetings.

"Again and of note, Trump makes no attempt to pull any of these players off balance, completely breaking from his purposeful, signature handshake routine," Bowden said.

He added: "The absence of his usual handshake really illustrates how this signature Trump move to pull others off balance is a conscious choice for him."

Bowden claimed most of the players kept their interactions with Trump brief.

"None of the players spend a second longer than necessary with Trump, except for Spain's captain, Rodrigo (number 16)," he said.

He also analyzed the moment Trump helped present the trophy to Spain captain Rodri, describing the shared presentation as a deliberate FIFA protocol.

"Finally, the World Cup trophy is presented," Bowden said.

"The FIFA President and Trump present it equally together, with both men placing both hands on the trophy at the exact same time and carrying it together, a clear demand from FIFA that the status be shared."

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