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. Juventus, in town for the 2025 Club World Cup,

In Oval Office during the Italian soccer giant’s White House visit, the president’s questions created an awkward silence. “I was caught by surprise,” said Tim Weah.

Juventus players, directors, and owner John Elkann met with Donald Trump on Wednesday, before their Club World Cup opener; during the meeting, the US President addressed reporters’ questions on