Cristian Romero declines Trump handshake during World Cup medal ceremony
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 11:28 PM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
Cristian Romero of Argentina did not shake hands with U.S. President Donald Trump during the presentation of runners-up medals after Argentina's 1-0 loss to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium. Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 106th minute of extra time. Romero, who played until the 70th minute before being substituted with an injury, did shake hands with FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. The event was marked by audible boos directed at Trump from the crowd. This outcome prevents Argentina from defending their title, having won the last World Cup in Qatar in 2022.
- •Argentina lost 1-0 to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final.
- •Romero snubbed Trump's handshake but engaged other leaders.
- •The crowd reacted negatively to Trump's presence during the ceremony.
- •Romero was substituted due to an apparent injury in the match.
- •This marks Spain's second World Cup title.
- 10:50 PMYahoo Sports — Cristian Romero Walks Past Donald Trump Without a Handshake After World Cup Final
- 11:28 PMYahoo Sports — Cristian Romero snubs Trump handshake in World Cup final medal presentation
"Argentina defender Cristian Romero walked past President Donald Trump without shaking his hand during the World Cup runners-up medal ceremony, creating a viral moment after ... Read More
"Argentina centre-back Romero was being presented with his runners-up medal after defeat to Spain but did not shake hands with President Trump
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 21, 2026, 10:50 PMCristian Romero Walks Past Donald Trump Without a Handshake After World Cup Final
Argentina defender Cristian Romero walked past President Donald Trump without shaking his hand during the World Cup runners-up medal ceremony, creating a viral moment after ... Read More
- Yahoo SportsJul 19, 2026, 11:28 PMCristian Romero snubs Trump handshake in World Cup final medal presentation
Argentina centre-back Romero was being presented with his runners-up medal after defeat to Spain but did not shake hands with President Trump
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