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On July 13, 2025, European soccer teams Chelsea FC and Paris Saint-Germain went head-to-head in the FIFA Club World Cup final at MetLife Stadium. However, not all the headline-making action happened during the game. See the photos of the highlight moments from the final.

1– Donald Trump Booed at the FIFA Club World Cup Final

Donald was front and center for Chelsea’s trophy lift at the sold-out FIFA Club World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, but not everyone welcomed his presence.

The U.S. president was met with loud boos multiple times throughout the event. The first came when he appeared on the stadium’s video boards during the playing of the national anthem.

Unlike previous games, where the anthem had been played well in advance of kick-off, this time it took place moments before the match began, specifically aligned with the president’s attendance.

As the cameras showed him standing for the anthem, the crowd responded with boos that lasted several seconds. The booing resumed later in the night when Donald returned to the field alongside FIFA president Gianni Infantino to present the competition’s trophy, individual awards, and runners-up medals.

Finally, as the U.S. and FIFA presidents jointly carried the trophy to the Chelsea players on stage, Gianni moved off camera. At the same time, Donald remained in full view as Chelsea captain Reece James lifted the trophy amid the celebrations.

Once again, the crowd voiced its disapproval, with boos ringing out as the American president lingered on stage.

2 – The Kiss Between Melania and Donald Trump

While the match played out below, another moment drew attention in the VIP suite above. Cameras captured Melania sharing a kiss with her husband. Standing alongside the FIFA president and his wife, Donald leaned in to kiss the first lady on the cheek.

3 – Donald Trump Lingering on Stage with Chelsea Players

Following the boos, the president’s presence during Chelsea’s post-match celebration also sparked visible confusion among the players themselves.

As Chelsea’s squad prepared to perform the customary trophy lift, soccer star Cole Palmer turned to captain Reece and asked, “Wait, wait, what’s he doing?” after noticing Donald was still standing with them on the podium.

Reece followed with, “Are you going to leave?” as the U.S. president smiled and clapped alongside the players. Eventually, Gianni stepped in to guide Donald off the stage.

Cole later explained, “I knew he was going to be there, but I didn’t know he was going to be on the stand where we lift the trophy. So, I was a bit confused.” Reece added, “I thought he was going to exit the stage, but he wanted to stay.”

4 – Public Criticism Over the President’s Attendance

In addition to receiving boos, the president’s decision to attend the soccer match at all did not sit well with many online, especially in light of ongoing crises in the U.S.

Social media erupted with criticism. One person commented, “He already forgot about Texas…” while another wrote, “At a soccer game when everything else is going on in the country.” Another netizen shared, “He should be in Texas feeding the people that lost everything.” Someone else added, “States are on fire and [he’s] watching soccer 😂🥲😩.”

Before the match even began, the president’s son, Donald Trump Jr., and his girlfriend, Bettina Anderson, were drawing attention of their own. The couple was photographed sharing multiple moments of PDA while waiting at Teterboro Airport in New Jersey for the president and first lady’s arrival ahead of the final.

Dressed in matching white button-up shirts, the pair kissed and hugged, seemingly unaware of those around them. Bettina kept her arms wrapped around Donald Jr. as they exchanged affectionate glances and kisses, unfazed by the public setting.

From boos in the stands and PDA to confusion on the field and criticism online, Donald Trump and his family’s appearance at the FIFA Club World Cup final sparked headlines at nearly every turn.