Donald Trump savaged for 'ruining Chelsea moment' in Club World Cup final
Chelsea were crowned world champions following a stunning 3-0 victory over Champions League holders PSG, with Cole Palmer netting twice and Joao Pedro adding another.
Enzo Maresca's squad put on a formidable display to defeat the tournament favourites, who had previously demolished Inter Milan 5-0 in the Champions League final and crushed Real Madrid 4-0 in the semi-finals of this event.
And as Chelsea players made their way to the stage to lift their trophy and enjoy a moment for the history books, President Trump decided to join them for their celebrations.
The 79-year-old was present to hand over the trophy to captain Reece James - as well as giving the Golden Glove award to Robert Sanchez - but was supposed to leave the stage after carrying out his duties, with even FIFA president Gianni Infantino persuading him to step away.
But Trump simply stood there and smiled as baffled Chelsea players muttered some words to him - with man of the match Palmer appearing to say: "What's he doing?"
Fans weren't impressed after the game as one wrote on Twitter : "Ruined the moment. Pictures of them lifting the CWC will always show Trump."
Another called Trump "the least respectful president in modern history", adding: "Infantino was clearly trying to get him off the field, but he hijacked the moment and didn't let Chelsea's players enjoy their victory."
A third fan added: "Trump ruining the moment for Chelsea by making it about him and standing in front of Cole Palmer... classic."
Palmer was clearly irked by Trump's presence on stage and was asked about the outspoken politician after the game.
He said: "I knew he was going to be here, but I didn't know he was going to be on the stand when we lifted the trophy, so I was a bit confused."
Captain James added: "I wasn't expecting him to lift the trophy with us, but I guess it shows just how big the tournament is. He just congratulated me and the team and told us to enjoy the moment."
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