Spanish Goalkeeper Borja Iglesias Approaches World Cup Final Amid Controversy

Spanish goalkeeper Borja Iglesias faces the biggest match of his career, the World Cup final against Argentina, at New York/New Jersey Stadium on Sunday afternoon. This event is significant not only for sports fans but also for Iglesias personally, as his potential encounter with President Donald Trump has garnered attention.

Iglesias has openly expressed his lack of admiration for President Trump. In speaking to the Spanish media on Saturday, he shared his thoughts about possibly having to shake the president’s hand if Spain wins. He stated, “I don’t want to go to prison,” highlighting his apprehension. Iglesias hopes the greeting will be quick, allowing him to move past it without incident. His remarks came via All Out Soccer.

He emphasized that creating controversy is not his goal. “People know perfectly well what I think,” Iglesias mentioned. Although he has many aspirations, he acknowledges that he doesn’t possess the influence to tackle certain challenges, regardless of public perception.

Iglesias, before a training session ahead of a World Cup quarterfinal against Belgium, spoke with the media. He has previously supported pro-Palestinian protesters and criticized the former Spanish soccer federation president. This past federation boss resigned after kissing a player following the FIFA Women’s World Cup.

On President Trump, Iglesias commented on what he perceives as the president’s difficulties in dealing with individuals who fight for progress and fundamental values. Trump’s presence at the final is confirmed; he has participated in significant events like the trophy presentation at the FIFA Club World Cup and received the FIFA Peace Prize.

The match between Spain and Argentina will take place at 3 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on FOX. Ryan Gaydos, a senior editor for Fox News Digital, provided coverage on this story.