FIFA’s Gianni Infantino had to run across the stage in an attempt to remove the US President from proceedings as Spain lifted the famous trophy

US President Donald Trump inserted himself into the FIFA World Cup awards ceremony, personally presenting Spain the trophy after the European champions defeated defending champions Argentina 1-0 in extra time at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

Trump joined FIFA President Gianni Infantino on the presentation stage on Sunday. Videos from the stadium showed the pair being greeted with a mixture of loud cheers and boos as they walked onto the field for the ceremony.

They handed medals to players from both teams before Trump presented the trophy to Spain captain Rodri.

The US president then remained at the center of the podium, where the players had gathered for the traditional trophy lift. Infantino appeared to gently steer Trump toward the side to give the team more space, but he stayed beside the players as Rodri raised the cup, creating a slightly awkward moment.