Trump's Soccer Faux Pas Leaves Juventus Players Speechless
Trump's Soccer Faux Pas Leaves Juventus Players Speechless originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
President Donald Trump's recent Oval Office meeting with Juventus FC turned into a comedic spectacle when he lobbed an ill-informed hand grenade of a question at the Italian players. 'Could a woman make your team, fellas?' he asked, leaving players visibly stunned. The room froze, jaws dropped, and awkward silence reigned.
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Clearly unbriefed, Trump's query showed his trademark flair for diving headfirst into topics he barely grasps. Juventus, in town for the 2025 Club World Cup, didn't expect a gender debate with the Commander-in-Chief. Players exchanged glances, unsure whether to laugh or bolt for the exit according to Sky Sports.
Thankfully, Juventus General Manager Damien Comolli swooped in with a diplomatic save. 'We have a very good women's team,' he replied, deftly sidestepping Trump's ill-informed gaffe. Comolli's response highlighted Juventus Women, a powerhouse that's clinched multiple Serie A titles. Trump, undeterred, pressed on, audibly muttering gibberish about women playing with other women.
Social media erupted with reactions. Fans on X called Trump's question 'clueless' and 'cringe-worthy,' with one user joking, 'Does he think soccer's like his golf game, make up rules as you go?' (X posts). The internet feasted on the gaffe, memeing Trump as a bumbling coach.
Juventus players, known for their on-field poise, stayed silent, likely baffled by the President's soccer ignorance. UEFA's official site confirms Juventus Women compete separately, a fact Trump could've googled in seconds or been briefed by his team. His off-the-cuff style, while entertaining, missed the mark entirely per UEFA.com.
Trump: 'Could a woman make your team, fellas?' - cue crickets!Photographer: Ken Cedeno/UPI/Bloomberg via Getty Images
This isn't Trump's first rodeo with sports blunders. From botching athlete names to claiming he could outplay pros, his track record screams unprepared according to NYTimes.com. Yet, the Juventus encounter stands out for its sheer awkwardness, a masterclass in how not to host world-class athletes in the most powerful office in any town, anywhere.
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The meeting wasn't all laughs. Juventus, focused on their Club World Cup opener, deserved a spotlight on their achievements, not Trump's tangent. Still, the President's gaffe gave fans a moment to chuckle at his expense .
In true Trump fashion, he left the room oblivious to the chaos he'd sparked. Juventus, ever professional, moved on to dominate their match. Meanwhile, the world's left wondering: will Trump ever do his homework?
This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 19, 2025, where it first appeared.
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