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Trump says no 'tensions' with Spain after World Cup win
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Trump says no 'tensions' with Spain after World Cup win

From ABC Color · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Donald Trump congratulated Spain on their World Cup victory, stating there are no longer "tensions" between the U.S. and Spain.
  • Trump's comments came after he presented medals and the World Cup trophy following Spain's 1-0 win over Argentina.
  • Relations between the Trump administration and the Spanish government have been strained, particularly over defense spending commitments within NATO.

Following Spain's World Cup triumph, former U.S. President Donald Trump declared that any "tensions" between the United States and Spain have been resolved. Trump extended congratulations to Spain for their victory, though he did not specify if his remarks were directed at Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, who was present at the final in New Jersey.

"No, I have no tensions. I have no tensions with anyone," Trump stated when questioned about bilateral relations with Madrid. He made these remarks before boarding Air Force One, returning to Washington after attending the final where Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time.

Trump presented the medals to the players of both finalist teams and awarded the World Cup trophy to Rodri, the captain of Spain's national team. The U.S. and Spain have experienced strained relations since Trump's return to the White House in January 2025, particularly concerning Spain's defense spending commitments within the framework of NATO.

No, no tengo tensiones. No tengo tensiones con nadie.

— Donald TrumpTrump's response when asked about the bilateral relationship between the U.S. and Spain.
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Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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