Cristian Romero Refuses Trump Handshake at World Cup Final
Argentina defender Cristian Romero notably refused a handshake from then-US President Donald Trump during the 2026 World Cup final medal ceremony at MetLife Stadium. Despite the team’s 1-0 extra-time loss to Spain, Romero’s decision to bypass Trump while accepting his runner-up medal from other dignitaries garnered significant attention. This incident occurred amidst a largely negative reception for Trump from the New Jersey crowd, with boos audible throughout the stadium.
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