'I don't want to go to jail': Spain star's Donald Trump joke before World Cup final
Spain forward Borja Iglesias made a humorous comment about shaking hands with Donald Trump at the upcoming World Cup final, stating he hopes the interaction is brief to avoid controversy. The article also provides a status update on the tournament's progress.
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The intersection of high-profile sports events and political figures often creates tension between athletes' personal views and diplomatic expectations.
NEW DELHI: Spain forward Borja Iglesias made a light-hearted comment ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, saying he hopes he does not have to spend much time shaking hands with US President Donald Trump during the trophy presentation after Sunday's title clash against Argentina at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.Trump is expected to attend the World Cup final, and Spanish magazine Panenka asked Iglesias how he would react if he had to greet the US President after the match.'I don't want to go to jail'Replying with humour, Iglesias said he would shake hands with Trump but hoped the moment would be over quickly."I will shake hands with Trump, but I hope it's quick...
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