Trump says World Cup made US a 'soccer country' as he presents trophy to Spain

Spain won the World Cup twenty twenty-six on Sunday, defeating Argentina in the final. President Trump presented the trophy and declared the tournament had made the United States a soccer country—capping over a year of logistical planning by US, Canadian, and Mexican hosts. Per France 24, controversy over immigration restrictions on some fans marked the event.

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