Lisandro Martínez and Cuti Romero avoid shaking Donald Trump's hand during medal ceremony

During the medal ceremony following the 2026 World Cup final, Argentinian players Lisandro Martínez and Cuti Romero appeared to avoid shaking hands with former U.S. President Donald Trump. The incident occurred as players received their medals after Argentina's defeat to Spain in the championship match.

Video footage circulating from the event shows Martínez and Romero turning away or otherwise disengaging when Trump, who was present at the ceremony, extended his hand. The players' actions have been interpreted by some observers as a deliberate snub, though no official statement has been released by either the players or Trump's representatives.

The reported refusal to shake hands has sparked discussion, with speculation ranging from personal gestures to broader political statements. The context of Trump's presence at a major international sporting event and the players' high-profile status have amplified the attention on this brief interaction.