Donald Trump attended the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain, where he was accompanied by a select group of guests.Among them were his wife, Melania Trump, and other senior figures such as Canadian President Mark Carney.

The event drew attention to Trump's presence at the tournament, which he has largely avoided in previous games but is now attending for the first time.Despite not being a soccer enthusiast, Trump expressed admiration for Lionel Messi's performance during Argentina's match against England.He described Messi's play as nearly perfect, noting how the player evaded defenders and executed a critical shot.The article highlights the political implications of Trump's attendance, including his push to host the World Cup in the U.S.and recent controversies surrounding his influence on officiating decisions, such as the rescinding of Folarin Balogun's red card.

While Trump's guests were limited compared to previous events like the NBA finals, his presence underscored the intersection of politics and sports at the global stage.