Lamine Yamal’s hesitant handshake with Trump at FIFA World Cup final goes viral, sparking social media discussions due to his known support for Palestine.
New York: (RightNow) Spain’s superstar Lamine Yamal became the talk of the town after his handshake with US President Donald Trump at the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. The 19-year-old’s handshake with Trump during the ceremony has gone viral on social media.
Many users noted that Yamal hesitated for a moment before shaking hands with Trump. In the viral video, Yamal is seen extending his hand and then pulling back, causing Trump to wait momentarily before Yamal confidently completed the handshake.
Observers pointed out that despite Trump’s famous ‘power grip,’ Yamal remained calm and composed. So far, Yamal has not clarified whether this was intentional or accidental.
This incident is significant as Lamine Yamal is known for supporting Palestine, while the US President is a strong ally of Israel. Yamal’s action has sparked various comments on social media.
It is noteworthy that Lamine Yamal has previously openly supported the Palestinian cause, which has often brought him into the headlines.
