Trump photobombs Spain’s World Cup celebrations

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Congratulations to Spain’s World Cup team! Oh, and hello, President Trump: 

AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura

When the Spanish national team beat Argentina on Sunday and won the World Cup, President Trump appeared to photobomb their official celebrations.  

How did this happen?: Trump was a part of the post-match ceremony. He stood on stage to hand out medals to the players. But when the team began to celebrate their win, the president awkwardly remained on stage. FIFA president Gianni Infantino even appeared to try to usher Trump off stage at one point.  

🎥 From another angle 

📸 Photos posted by FIFA and the Spanish national team 

Oh and: The president was booed during the trophy ceremony.  

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It’s unclear what security enhancements the plane will receive.  

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