Donald Trump thanks Ferran Torres for 'Make Spain Great Again' cap tribute

U.S. President Donald Trump publicly thanked Spanish footballer Ferran Torres for wearing a "Make Spain Great Again" cap during the national team's World Cup victory celebrations. Trump described the gesture as a "nice tribute" and expressed his appreciation for the footballer's apparent good intentions.

The cap, a clear adaptation of Trump's signature "Make America Great Again" slogan, was seen during a parade in Madrid. The image quickly went viral, prompting a response from the former U.S. president. Trump stated, "He's a great player and he was wearing, essentially, a MAGA hat. It was a nice tribute, and I think he did it with very good intentions. We appreciate it."

However, the cap's appearance ignited controversy within Spain. Initially, some Spanish media outlets defended Torres, suggesting he wore the cap ironically. More recently, reports emerged that the Barcelona player follows far-right Spanish figures on social media, including political journalist and activist Vito Quiles, adding another layer to the debate surrounding his intentions.