Trump and Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez set for awkward World Cup final meeting
- Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez and US President Donald Trump are set for another encounter at Sunday's World Cup final, an event unfolding amidst persistent diplomatic friction over defense spending and the conflict with Iran.
- Mr Sanchez's office confirmed Friday that the Spanish leader will be in New Jersey for the championship match.
- There, Mr Trump could potentially present the trophy to the Spanish team, who are scheduled to play Lionel Messi’s Argentina.
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- Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez and US President Donald Trump are set for another encounter at Sunday's World Cup final, an event unfolding amidst persistent diplomatic friction over defense spending and the conflict with Iran.
- Mr Sanchez's office confirmed Friday that the Spanish leader will be in New Jersey for the championship match.
- There, Mr Trump could potentially present the trophy to the Spanish team, who are scheduled to play Lionel Messi’s Argentina.
Sources: The Independent