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Trump and Infantino booed during Spain's World Cup celebrations

Spain won the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina in New Jersey, sealing the country's second world title and ending a tournament that produced record income for FIFA while leaving questions over the cost of the event and the role of politics in football. The match at New York New Jersey Stadium ended with celebrations for Spain, yet the trophy ceremony soon shifted attention elsewhere after US President Donald Trump remained on stage as the players celebrated.