In an unexpected turn of events at the 2026 World Cup draw, FIFA president Gianni Infantino found himself offering apologies to Argentina's coach Lionel Scaloni. The mix-up arose when Scaloni was asked to wear gloves to handle the World Cup trophy, a move that baffled attendees and Scaloni himself.

On Saturday, Infantino sought to make reparations by inviting Scaloni to touch the trophy during a separate ceremony, this time sans gloves. The incident highlighted a moment of confusion at Friday's draw event, co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, where tournament organizers failed to recognize the World Cup-winning coach.

Infantino, in his public apology, remarked, "Of course, world champions can touch the Cup." He turned the mix-up into a light-hearted moment, suggesting worl

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