4:00 PM PT — President Trump received an encore of boos after the ultimate whistle … as he made his manner onto the sphere for the World Cup trophy presentation. Take a hear.
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President Trump got here to the FIFA World Cup Remaining anticipating to assist hand out the gold {hardware} … however followers first handed him a red-card reception.
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POTUS was met with a refrain of boos Sunday when his face flashed throughout the stadium screens moments after Jennifer Hudson carried out the nationwide anthem forward of Spain and Argentina’s championship conflict.
Take a look at the video … Trump stood beside First Woman Melania Trump as the gang made its emotions identified — and the printed rapidly swapped the presidential close-up for an aerial shot of MetLife Stadium.
Trump arrived in New Jersey aboard Marine One roughly 45 minutes earlier than kickoff and watched the match from a glass-enclosed luxurious suite alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino and different world leaders.
As TMZ beforehand reported … White Home Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed Thursday Trump would attend soccer’s greatest recreation, calling it a becoming conclusion to a event showcasing America on the world stage.
After all, this isn’t Trump’s first chilly reception at a significant championship. He just lately was additionally booed by followers when he appeared through the nationwide anthem at Sport 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Sq. Backyard final month.
Trump nonetheless had a significant position awaiting him after the ultimate whistle … he’s anticipated to hitch Infantino in presenting the World Cup trophy to the successful workforce.
DJT got here able to award the champions … however the crowd awarded him the loudest “boos” of the match.