US President Donald Trump attended the FIFA Club World Cup final between Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, where Chelsea dominated the match with a 3-0 victory.
Trump’s presence was marked by controversy, as he was booed when shown on video screens during the pre-game national anthem and again during the medal presentation.
Trump presented the trophy to Chelsea captain Reece James alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino but chose to remain on stage after presenting the trophy, leading to confusion among the Chelsea players.
The team’s goalkeeper, Robert Sánchez, eventually motioned for James to proceed with the trophy lift, resulting in the unusual sight of Chelsea players celebrating with Trump standing center stage.
The incident sparked a flurry of reactions on social media, with many users expressing amusement and bewilderment at Trump’s decision to stay on stage.
Trump’s suite at the stadium included notable figures such as Attorney General Pam Bondi, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, NFL legend Tom Brady, and media mogul Rupert Murdoch.
