Argentina national team defenders did not shake Trump's hand
Argentina national team defenders did not shake Trump's hand after the World Cup final. Argentina national team defenders Christian Romero and Lisandro Martinez refused to shake hands with US President Donald Trump during the award ceremony following the football World Cup final, according to Reuters on July 20.
Consensus
- The award ceremony took place after the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- Argentina lost to Spain in extra time with a score of 0:1, with Ferland Torres scoring the only goal in the 106th minute.
- Christian Romero and Lisandro Martínez refused to shake hands with Donald Trump during the ceremony.
- The event occurred on July 19 at the New York–New Jersey stadium.
- FIFA President Gianni Infantino was present and participated in awarding medals.
Points of divergence
- Only Christian Romero is mentioned as refusing to shake hands with Trump; no mention of Lisandro Martínez. — vesti
- Both Christian Romero and Lisandro Martínez refused to shake hands with Trump, and both were photographed with the 'Malvinas are Argentine' banner after defeating England in the semifinals. — fontanka
Coverage (2 sources)
- Argentina defender Romero did not shake hands with Donald Trump at World Cup award ceremony — Вести
- Argentina national team defenders did not shake Trump's hand after the World Cup final — Фонтанка
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