From boos to awkward moments and unexpected PDA and more, the FIFA Club World Cup final delivered headlines both on and off the field, with the Trump Family and the Chelsea team all playing a part.
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.
Melania and Donald Trump with Gianni Infantino and Leena Al Ashqar during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final match between PSG and Chelsea at MetLife Stadium on July 13 in New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
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.
First Lady Melania Trump, President Donald Trump, and FIFA President Gianni Infantino during the FIFA Club World Cup final on July 13, 2025. | Source: Getty Images
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.
First Lady Melania Trump, President Donald Trump, and FIFA President Gianni Infantino during the FIFA Club World Cup final on July 13, 2025. | Source: Getty Images
Melania and Donald Trump with Gianni Infantino and his wife, Leena Al Ashqar, during the FIFA Club World Cup final on July 13, 2025. | Source: Getty Images
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.
Melania and Donald Trump with Gianni Infantino and Leena Al Ashqar during the FIFA Club World Cup final on July 13, 2025. | Source: Getty Images
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.
Melania and Donald Trump with Gianni Infantino and Leena Al Ashqar during the FIFA Club World Cup final on July 13, 2025. | Source: Getty Images
Melania and Donald Trump with Gianni Infantino and Leena Al Ashqar during the FIFA Club World Cup final on July 13, 2025. | Source: Getty Images
Melania and Donald Trump with Gianni Infantino and Leena Al Ashqar during the FIFA Club World Cup final on July 13, 2025. | Source: Getty Images
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.
Bettina Anderson, Gianni Infantino, and Leena Al Ashqar with Donald and Donald Trump Jr. during the FIFA Club World Cup final on July 13, 2025. | Source: Getty Images
Once again, the crowd voiced its disapproval, with boos ringing out as the American president lingered on stage.
Melania and Donald Trump with Gianni Infantino and Leena Al Ashqar during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final match between PSG and Chelsea at MetLife Stadium on July 13 in New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
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.
Donald Trump planting a kiss on Melania Trump’s cheek during the FIFA Club World Cup Final on July 13, 2025. | Source: Getty Images
Melania and Donald Trump with Gianni Infantino and Leena Al Ashqar during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final match between PSG and Chelsea at MetLife Stadium on July 13 in New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
First Lady Melania Trump, President Donald Trump, and FIFA President Gianni Infantino during the FIFA Club World Cup final on July 13, 2025. | Source: Getty Images
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.
Donald Trump following the FIFA Club World Cup final match between PSG and Chelsea at MetLife Stadium on July 13, 2025, in New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino following the FIFA Club World Cup final match between PSG and Chelsea at MetLife Stadium on July 13, 2025, in New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
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.
President Donald Trump following the FIFA Club World Cup final match between PSG and Chelsea at MetLife Stadium on July 13, 2025, in New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
Donald Trump following the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final match on July 13 in New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino presenting medals to the players following the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final match on July 13 in New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
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.
Gianni Infantino and Donald Trump while presenting medals to the players following the FIFA Club World Cup final match on July 13, 2025, in New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino presenting medals to the players following the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final match on July 13 in New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
Gianni Infantino and Donald Trump presenting a medal to PSG coach Luis Enrique on July 13, 2025, in New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
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.”
Gianni Infantino and Donald Trump presenting medals to players following the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final match on July 13 in New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
Gianni Infantino and Donald Trump presenting medals to players following the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final match on July 13 in New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
Gianni Infantino and Donald Trump presenting medals to players on July 13, 2025, in New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
Gianni Infantino and Donald Trump presenting medals to players on July 13, 2025, in New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
Donald Trump presenting a medal to Chelsea captain Reece James following the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final match on July 13 in New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
Donald Trump presenting a medal to Chelsea captain Reece James following the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final match on July 13 in New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
Donald Trump presenting a trophy following the FIFA Club World Cup final match on July 13, 2025, in New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino following the FIFA Club World Cup final match between PSG and Chelsea at MetLife Stadium on July 13, 2025, in New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino following the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final match between PSG and Chelsea at MetLife Stadium on July 13 in New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
Gianni Infantino and Donald Trump carrying the FIFA Club World Cup trophy to present to Chelsea FC during the award ceremony after the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final match between Chelsea FC and Paris Saint-Germain at MetLife Stadium on July 13 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
Gianni Infantino and Donald Trump presenting the FIFA Club World Cup trophy to the Chelsea FC players following the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final on July 13. | Source: Getty Images
Gianni Infantino and Donald Trump presenting the FIFA Club World Cup trophy to the Chelsea FC players following the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final on July 13. | Source: Getty Images
President Donald Trump while Reece James of Chelsea FC lifts the FIFA Club World Cup trophy at MetLife Stadium on July 13, 2025, in East Rutherford, New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
President Donald Trump while Reece James of Chelsea FC lifts the FIFA Club World Cup trophy at MetLife Stadium on July 13, 2025, in East Rutherford, New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
President Donald Trump while Reece James of Chelsea FC lifts the FIFA Club World Cup trophy at MetLife Stadium on July 13, 2025, in East Rutherford, New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
President Donald Trump while Reece James of Chelsea FC lifts the FIFA Club World Cup trophy at MetLife Stadium on July 13, 2025, in East Rutherford, New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
President Donald Trump and Chelsea FC celebrating the club’s win at the FIFA Club World Cup at MetLife Stadium on July 13, 2025, in East Rutherford, New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
Chelsea FC celebrating winning the FIFA Club World Cup at MetLife Stadium on July 13, 2025, in East Rutherford, New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
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.
President Donald Trump and Chelsea FC celebrating the club’s win at the FIFA Club World Cup at MetLife Stadium on July 13, 2025, in East Rutherford, New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
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 😂🥲😩.”
5 – Donald Trump Jr and Bettina Anderson’s PDA
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.
Bettina Anderson and Donald Trump Jr. in Teterboro, New Jersey, on July 13, 2025. | Source: Getty Images
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.
Bettina Anderson and Donald Trump Jr. in Teterboro, New Jersey, on July 13, 2025. | Source: Getty Images
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.
