Trump’s Growing Influence on the Tournament
Borja Iglesias, the Spanish forward known for his outspoken political commentary, has said he is not eager to meet Donald Trump when the latter attends the World Cup final.
Iglesias joked about not wanting to go to prison and hopes the meeting will be brief, underscoring his reluctance to engage with the former U.S. president.
Trump is slated to be on the sidelines of the championship match, where he will hand the trophy to the victorious team, a role that highlights his continued presence in global football.
His attendance follows a series of high‑profile moments, including a recent controversy at last year’s Club World Cup celebration that kept him in the headlines.
Beyond the final, Trump has been active in football governance, having urged FIFA president Gianni Infantino to overturn a red‑card suspension for U.S. striker Folarin Balogun and offering tactical observations on England’s semifinal loss.