Following Spain's 1-0 victory over Argentina in the FIFA World Cup final on July 19, 2026, President Donald Trump attempted to photobomb the trophy presentation ceremony.
However, the Spanish Football Federation's official X post featured players and coach Luis de la Fuente celebrating without any sign of Trump, prompting widespread speculation that he was digitally removed from the image.
Social media users worldwide mocked the suspected edit, with Democratic influencer Harry Sisson commenting, 'LOL SPAIN EDITED TRUMP OUT OF THE PHOTO,' and sportswriter Amos Murphy questioning if the photo was altered.The incident highlights tensions between Trump and international football authorities, as well as his controversial presence at major events.
While some critics argued the exclusion was a political move, others suggested it reflected broader frustrations with Trump's behavior during the ceremony.
Original title: Trump globally mocked after Spain edits him out of World Cup photo
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