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MTV Lebanon
2 days ago
- Politics
- MTV Lebanon
Boos and Applause Greet Trump at FIFA Club World Cup Final
Donald Trump experienced the agony and the ecstasy of football on Sunday as he was booed at the final of the FIFA Club World Cup -- even as he joined in some high-spirited celebrations with champions Chelsea. The US president was front and center as the winners took to the stage, grinning broadly in his red tie and clapping and jumping with the players as the jubilant Blues lifted the gleaming trophy, which he had presented to captain Reece James. But moments earlier, loud booing could be heard among cheers and applause as Trump walked onto the pitch for the presentation with FIFA president Gianni Infantino -- before the music in the stadium was turned up. Earlier, the Republican billionaire was also applauded as he and First Lady Melania Trump arrived for the match at the MetLife stadium in New Jersey, just outside New York City. But when a jumbotron screen briefly showed Trump saluting to the US national anthem, yet more boos could be heard in the giant stadium, before the camera quickly cut away. The scorn did little to dampen the president's spirits as he handed out trophies to the star players including the Golden Ball for best player to Cole Palmer, followed by handshakes and medals to the defeated Paris Saint-Germain. The Republican's appearance at the game also came on the first anniversary of the assassination attempt that he survived at an election rally in Pennsylvania. Trump has made no secret of his desire to use this year's club championship and next year's 2026 World Cup as symbols of the "Golden Age of America" during his second term in the White House. Next year's World Cup, the final of which will be held at the same stadium, will coincide with the 250th anniversary of America's independence. Trump has even set up a White House task force to ensure next year's championship -- hosted jointly with Canada and Mexico -- goes smoothly. Another factor in his appearance at the match is that Trump has fostered a close relationship with Infantino, who has been a frequent visitor to the White House. Trump has kept the Club World Cup trophy next to his desk in the Oval Office since the FIFA president dropped by in March. Infantino, who is no stranger to dealing with hard-nosed world leaders including Russia's Vladimir Putin ahead of the 2018 World Cup, thanked Trump for his support on Saturday. He said Trump had "embraced immediately the importance of the FIFA Club World Cup, and of course of the World Cup next year." Infantino also joked that Trump "certainly loves as well the trophy" -- whose gold-plated curves match the gilded makeover that the president has given the Oval Office. But Trump's fondness of football, or soccer as he would say, is also personal. The president's 19-year-old son Barron is a fan, as Infantino pointed out in a press conference at FIFA's new office in Trump Tower in New York on Saturday. Asked if Trump liked the game, Infantino replied: "Well I think he does. In his first term as president of the United States, there was a soccer goal in the garden of the White House. "He then explained to me that his son loved football, and that he loved the game. And of course when you are a parent, you love what your children love, so I think that he loves it." As a boarding school student at the New York Military Academy, Trump himself also reportedly played the game for a season. But in typical form, Trump has also mixed political controversy with his football fandom. Hosting Italian side Juventus in the Oval Office in June, he delivered a diatribe on transgender people in sports before asking the players: "Could a woman make your team, fellas?" Most of the players looked bemused before Juventus general manager Damien Comolli replied: "We have a very good women's team." "He's being very diplomatic," said Trump. Trump's hardline immigration crackdown -- part of his "America First" policy -- has meanwhile sparked fears that football fans will be discouraged from coming to the United States for the 2026 World Cup. In May, Vice President JD Vance said that fans would be "welcome to come... but when the time is up, they will have to go home."
Bangkok Post
2 days ago
- Politics
- Bangkok Post
Boos and applause for Trump at FIFA Club World Cup final
EAST RUTHERFORD (UNITED STATES) - Donald Trump experienced the rough side of football on Sunday as he was briefly booed at the final of the FIFA Club World Cup. The US president was applauded as he arrived for the match between Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea at the MetLife stadium in New Jersey, just outside New York City. But when a jumbotron screen briefly showed Trump saluting to the US national anthem, there was some booing in the giant stadium, before the camera quickly cut away. Trump, 79, had earlier taken his seat in a suite alongside First Lady Melania Trump and FIFA president Gianni Infantino. The Republican's appearance at the game also came on the first anniversary of the assassination attempt that he survived at an election rally in Pennsylvania. Trump has made no secret of his desire to use this year's club championship and next year's 2026 World Cup as symbols of the "Golden Age of America" during his second term in the White House. Next year's World Cup, the final of which will be held at the same stadium, will coincide with the 250th anniversary of America's independence. Trump has even set up a White House task force to ensure next year's championship -- hosted jointly with Canada and Mexico -- goes smoothly. - 'He loves it' - Another factor in his appearance at the match is that Trump has fostered a close relationship with Infantino, who has been a frequent visitor to the White House. Trump has kept the Club World Cup trophy next to his desk in the Oval Office since the FIFA president dropped by in March. Infantino, who is no stranger to dealing with hard-nosed world leaders including Russia's Vladimir Putin ahead of the 2018 World Cup, thanked Trump for his support on Saturday. He said Trump had "embraced immediately the importance of the FIFA Club World Cup, and of course of the World Cup next year." Infantino also joked that Trump "certainly loves as well the trophy" -- whose gold-plated curves match the gilded makeover that the president has given the Oval Office. But Trump's fondness of football, or soccer as he would say, is also personal. The president's 19-year-old son Barron is a fan, as Infantino pointed out in a press conference at FIFA's new office in Trump Tower in New York on Saturday. Asked if Trump liked the game, Infantino replied: "Well I think he does. In his first term as president of the United States, there was a soccer goal in the garden of the White House. "He then explained to me that his son loved football, and that he loved the game. And of course when you are a parent, you love what your children love, so I think that he loves it." As a boarding school student at the New York Military Academy, Trump himself also reportedly played the game for a season. - 'Go home' - But in typical form, Trump has also mixed political controversy with his football fandom. Hosting Italian side Juventus in the Oval Office in June, he delivered a diatribe on transgender people in sports before asking the players: "Could a woman make your team, fellas?" Most of the players looked bemused before Juventus general manager Damien Comolli replied: "We have a very good women's team." "He's being very diplomatic," said Trump. Trump's hardline immigration crackdown -- part of his "America First" policy -- has meanwhile sparked fears that football fans will be discouraged from coming to the United States for the 2026 World Cup.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Boos and cheers greet US President Trump at Club World Cup final
US President Donald Trump received a mixed reception at the FIFA Club World Cup final on Sunday, with both boos and cheers echoing through MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The Republican leader attended the event alongside First Lady Melania Trump , drawing applause upon arrival. However, as he stepped onto the pitch with FIFA President Gianni Infantino for the trophy presentation, a wave of audible boos could be heard - prompting the stadium to raise the volume of its music. — LucasSa56947288 (@LucasSa56947288) by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas In Dubai | Search Ads Get Quote Undo Despite the polarizing reaction, Trump appeared in high spirits as he joined Chelsea's post-match celebrations. Wearing his signature red tie, he clapped and jumped alongside the jubilant players, presenting the trophy to captain Reece James and awarding Cole Palmer the Golden Ball. The president also handed medals to runners-up Paris Saint-Germain . — tariqtramboo (@tariqtramboo) Earlier, when Trump was shown saluting during the US national anthem, more boos were heard, and the big screen quickly cut away. Still, the criticism did little to affect Trump's mood. "We had a great time," he told reporters after returning to Washington, calling the crowd 'tremendous'. Live Events Trump's appearance coincided with the one-year anniversary of an assassination attempt he survived during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania. He has since leaned heavily into using major sporting events - including this year's Club World Cup and next year's 2026 FIFA World Cup - as emblems of a 'Golden Age of America' during his second presidential term. The 2026 final will also be held at MetLife Stadium and coincide with the 250th anniversary of American independence, for which Trump has formed a dedicated White House task force.
News18
2 days ago
- Politics
- News18
Loud Boos Erupt As Trump Appears On Jumbotron At 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Final
As US President Donald Trump walked onto the pitch for the presentation, boos were heard among the applause from the crowd. US President Donald Trump received a mixed reception at the FIFA Club World Cup final on Sunday, where he presented the trophy to champions Chelsea and joined in their celebrations. Trump, wearing his trademark red tie, appeared on stage alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino to hand over the trophy to Chelsea captain Reece James. He smiled and clapped with the players as they celebrated their win. However, as Trump walked onto the pitch for the presentation, boos were heard among the applause from the crowd. The stadium music was raised shortly after. Similar reactions were noted earlier when Trump was shown on the jumbotron saluting during the national anthem, prompting the screen to quickly cut away. — CALL TO ACTIVISM (@CalltoActivism) July 13, 2025 Despite the reaction, Trump remained upbeat. He also presented the Golden Ball award to Chelsea's Cole Palmer and handed out medals to runners-up Paris Saint-Germain. 'We had a great time," Trump told reporters after the match, upon arriving at Joint Base Andrews near Washington. He described the crowd as 'tremendous." His appearance at the match in New Jersey's MetLife Stadium came on the first anniversary of the assassination attempt he survived at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania. Trump has expressed interest in using this year's tournament and the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup — which will be co-hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico — to showcase what he calls a 'Golden Age of America" during his potential second term. The 2026 final is also set to take place at MetLife Stadium. A White House task force has been set up under his direction to oversee preparations for the 2026 World Cup. Trump has maintained a strong rapport with FIFA President Infantino, who has visited the White House on several occasions. Trump has kept the Club World Cup trophy in the Oval Office since Infantino's last visit in March. Infantino thanked Trump for his continued support, stating, 'He embraced immediately the importance of the FIFA Club World Cup, and of course of the World Cup next year." view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Sinar Daily
2 days ago
- Politics
- Sinar Daily
Boos and applause for Trump at FIFA Club World Cup final
When a jumbotron screen briefly showed Trump saluting to the US national anthem, there was some booing in the giant stadium, before the camera quickly cut away. 14 Jul 2025 08:59am US President Donald Trump walks to the podium for the award ceremony for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Champions, following the final football match between England's Chelsea and France's Paris Saint-Germain at the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on July 13, 2025. (Photo by Brendan SMIALOWSKI / AFP) EAST RUTHERFORD - Donald Trump experienced the rough side of football on Sunday as he was briefly booed at the final of the FIFA Club World Cup. The US president was applauded as he arrived for the match between Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea at the MetLife stadium in New Jersey, just outside New York City. US President Donald Trump waves next to FIFA President Gianni Infantino during the award ceremony for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Champions, following the final football match between England's Chelsea and France's Paris Saint-Germain at the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on July 13, 2025. (Photo by ANGELA WEISS / AFP) But when a jumbotron screen briefly showed Trump saluting to the US national anthem, there was some booing in the giant stadium, before the camera quickly cut away. Trump, 79, had earlier taken his seat in a suite alongside First Lady Melania Trump and FIFA president Gianni Infantino. The Republican's appearance at the game also came on the first anniversary of the assassination attempt that he survived at an election rally in Pennsylvania. Trump has made no secret of his desire to use this year's club championship and next year's 2026 World Cup as symbols of the "Golden Age of America" during his second term in the White House. Next year's World Cup, the final of which will be held at the same stadium, will coincide with the 250th anniversary of America's independence. Trump has even set up a White House task force to ensure next year's championship -- hosted jointly with Canada and Mexico -- goes smoothly. 'He loves it' Another factor in his appearance at the match is that Trump has fostered a close relationship with Infantino, who has been a frequent visitor to the White House. Trump has kept the Club World Cup trophy next to his desk in the Oval Office since the FIFA president dropped by in March. Infantino, who is no stranger to dealing with hard-nosed world leaders including Russia's Vladimir Putin ahead of the 2018 World Cup, thanked Trump for his support on Saturday. He said Trump had "embraced immediately the importance of the FIFA Club World Cup, and of course of the World Cup next year." Infantino also joked that Trump "certainly loves as well the trophy" -- whose gold-plated curves match the gilded makeover that the president has given the Oval Office. But Trump's fondness of football, or soccer as he would say, is also personal. The president's 19-year-old son Barron is a fan, as Infantino pointed out in a press conference at FIFA's new office in Trump Tower in New York on Saturday. Asked if Trump liked the game, Infantino replied: "Well I think he does. In his first term as president of the United States, there was a soccer goal in the garden of the White House. "He then explained to me that his son loved football, and that he loved the game. And of course when you are a parent, you love what your children love, so I think that he loves it." As a boarding school student at the New York Military Academy, Trump himself also reportedly played the game for a season. 'Go home' But in typical form, Trump has also mixed political controversy with his football fandom. Hosting Italian side Juventus in the Oval Office in June, he delivered a diatribe on transgender people in sports before asking the players: "Could a woman make your team, fellas?" Most of the players looked bemused before Juventus general manager Damien Comolli replied: "We have a very good women's team." "He's being very diplomatic," said Trump. Trump's hardline immigration crackdown -- part of his "America First" policy -- has meanwhile sparked fears that football fans will be discouraged from coming to the United States for the 2026 World Cup. In May, Vice President JD Vance said that fans would be "welcome to come... but when the time is up, they will have to go home." - AFP More Like This
