A Spain player has said he will reluctantly shake Donald Trump's hand at the World Cup final on Sunday, adding: 'I don't want to go to prison.' The United States president is due to attend the match at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey to present the Jules Rimet trophy to the winners, with Spain facing defending champions Argentina.
The unnamed Spain star's comment comes after Trump left Chelsea players baffled by his appearance during the Club World Cup trophy presentation. That incident, combined with Trump's polarising reputation, has made the prospect of a presidential handshake an awkward one for the Spanish camp.
“Spain star says he will reluctantly shake Trump's hand at World Cup final to avoid prison.”
Trump's presence at the final adds a political dimension to the showpiece event. While the exact details of his involvement have not been confirmed, the Daily Mail reports he will hand the trophy to the winning captain. The Spain player's wry remark underscores the tension between diplomatic protocol and personal discomfort.
Spain will be aiming to win their first World Cup since 2010, while Argentina seek a second consecutive triumph. The match kicks off at 4pm local time on Sunday.