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Trump, 80, Hijacks Spain's FIFA World Cup Trophy Celebration

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President Donald Trump tried to make the most triumphant moment of the World Cup champions' lives all about himself.

In a particularly embarrassing global moment for the president, Trump, 80, tried to join in on Spain's hoisting of the FIFA World Cup trophy, even as his friend -- the league's president, Gianni Infantino -- tried to stop him.

After presenting the trophy to one of the team's star players and Golden Ball recipient, midfielder Rodri, Trump refused to leave the stage as the team celebrated their victory over Argentina by lifting the trophy up into the air.

Just before the ceremonious moment, Infantino ran across the stage to Trump, appearing to try to escort him away to let the champions celebrate as a team.

The White House did not immediately return the Daily Beast's request for comment.

It's not the first time Trump has tried to steal the spotlight from World Cup champions.