Donald Trump hijacks stage as football madness unfolds

Donald Trump has broken an unwritten rule as he took centre stage following scenes of pandemonium at the Club World Cup.

Donald Trump has gone rogue and taken centre stage at the Club World Cup on Monday morning.

The President of the United States watched on as madness unfolded following Chelsea’s victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the tournament final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

With Chelsea celebrating an extraordinary 3-0 victory, Luis Enrique sparked a mass brawl as he slapped Joao Pedro after the final whistle.

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The Paris Saint-Germain manager lost his marbles as he lunged for the Blues’ new Brazilian star, who scored the third goal in a 3-0 win.

The former Barcelona manager appeared to slap Pedro while also placing his hands on the striker during the dramatic final, The Sun reports.

It saw Chelsea’s latest summer signing drop to the floor as players from both sides join a huge fracas in the middle of the pitch.

Paris Saint-Germain's Spanish coach Luis Enrique grabs the face of Chelsea's Brazilian forward Joao Pedro. Photo by JUAN MABROMATA / AFP.

Chelsea's Joao Pedro, left, is attacked by Paris Saint-Germain's goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma. AP Photo/Pamela Smith.

Gianluigi Donnarumma was particularly incensed as staff members from both sides ran towards the action.

But the battle was short-lived as Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca ripped his men away from the scrum to instead toast their triumph.

There was more drama to come as Trump took to the elaborate stage during the post-match ceremonies.

With snipers and security agents stationed around the stadium, the 79-year-old handed the trophy over to the London club and put medals around players’ necks before staying on stage to celebrate with the players.

It violated an unwritten law for trophy presenters to get out the way and let players enjoy their special moment in front of the cameras.

Vision taken by spectators in the stadium showed FIFA President Gianni Infantino eventually walked into the middle of the stage to escort Trump out the back behind the players.

Reece James celebrates with the FIFA Club World Cup trophy as U.S. President Donald Trump looks on. Photo by CHIP SOMODEVILLA / GETTY IMAGES.

Donald Trump’s football career had a meteoric rise. Photo by David Ramos / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA.

Donald Trump hands out some trophies. Photo by David Ramos / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP.

Trump was joined by first lady Melania Trump and Infantino in the stands looking down at the pitch.

Pictures show the trio standing side-by-side as the US national anthem was performed pre match.

When they were first shown on the big screen, a rapturous applause could be heard across the huge stadium.

Trump — standing in his traditional navy suit and long red tie — held a proud salute during the Star Spangled Banner performance.

According to the BBC’s Nizaar Kinsella, Trump was booed by sections of the crowd as he walked onto the stage.

Football fans around the world have been left in stitches at the scenes of Trump putting himself in the middle of the celebrations.

Social media users have pointed out Chelsea star Cole Palmer — who received the player of the tournament award from Trump — appeared to ask captain Reece James why Trump was still on the stage after the team has raised the trophy.

In another video James appears to say to Trump: “Are going to leave?”

The reactions from some social media users have been much more scathing of Trump’s behaviour.

One person posted on X: “Who invited Trump? He thinks he’s part of the team”.

One fan wrote: “Awkward!!!! Trump doesn’t know social cues. Watch the guy trying so hard to get him to leave”.

Another posted: “It’s so annoying and embarrassing to see someone not related to the game at all ruining player’s dream moment.”.

One person wrote Trump “outstayed his welcome”.

You can literally see Cole Palmer visibly confused at Trump being there, you can’t make this up 😭😭😭😭 pic.twitter.com/4MPKsTS1xX

— bastoni enjoyer (@Makiark1) July 13, 2025

Reece James asking Donald Trump ‘are you gonna leave’ and Trump just not moving for the trophy lift is mental 😂😂😂😂😂 pic.twitter.com/NOpwnZ240d

— Leyton Bracegirdle (@leytonb) July 13, 2025

Others, however, described Trump’s actions as “legend s***”.

One person posted on X: “Trump is a baller for real. Chelsea just won the club world cup. Trump gave them the trophy and refused to leave the podium, almost jumping with the players.”

Another person wrote: “Trump is having the time of his life at the FIFA Club World Cup”.

Trump will still be the sitting President when the United States hosts the 2026 World Cup.

As for Enrique, his scowl could not be disguised as he was ushered away in shame.

Fans were quick to react to the shocking incident.

One said: “What a salty man.”

Another declared: “No class.”

One noted: “Friendly they said.”

Another added: “Head lost.”

Enrique’s shameful behaviour did little to dampen the spirits as Chelsea celebrated a historic win.

The Blues tore PSG apart in the first half as they struck three goals.

Cole Palmer scored Chelsea’s opener before doubling the lead minutes later.

Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain players argue at the end of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final. (Photo by CHARLY TRIBALLEAU / AFP)

He then turned provided as Pedro, who only joined from Brighton last week, chipped home for the third.

Chelsea then kept PSG at bay in the second half, with Robert Sanchez making several top saves.

And the French side’s night got even worse when Joao Neves was sent off late for pulling Marc Cucurella’s hair.

Chelsea finally got to lift their trophy later on, with President Donald Trump joining them on the podium in hilarious fashion.

Palmer described it as a special moment.

“It’s a great feeling. Even better because obviously everyone doubted us before the game,” Palmer said.

“The gaffer put a great gameplan out, he tried to free me up as much as possible, and I just tried to repay him. He’s building something special, something important, a young team. Everyone’s talked s**t about us all season but I feel like we’re going in the right direction.”

— This story originally appeared on The Sun and has been republished with permission

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