Donald Trump stays on World Cup podium as Infantino pulls him aside

American President Donald Trump lingered on the World Cup podium while FIFA President Gianni Infantino subtly guided him away, as the ceremony in the Dutch night of Sunday‑Monday saw the trophy handed to Spain’s captain Rodri, the tournament’s best player.

The hand‑over took place during the early hours of Monday in the Netherlands, marking a rare appearance by a sitting U.S. president at a football summit.

Trump, as the American head of state, stood beside Infantino, the chief executive of world football, on the stage.

Infantino, identified as the FIFA president, was tasked with ensuring the ceremony proceeded smoothly and eventually had to pull Trump away from the podium.

Rodri, the Spanish captain, received the World Cup trophy, a moment that highlighted his status as the tournament’s outstanding player.

Rodri’s dual distinction as captain and best player emphasized Spain’s prominence at the competition.