The mystery surrounding Noni Madueke’s missing FIFA Club World Cup medal has been clarified, following rumors that President Donald Trump had taken it.
Madueke was named in Chelsea’s squad for the summer tournament in the U.S. but wasn’t present for the final after being granted permission to return to England ahead of a pending transfer to Arsenal. ..Continue Reading
Chelsea coped just fine without him, delivering a commanding win over PSG in New Jersey and collecting the trophy from Trump — who then made headlines by refusing to leave the stage during the celebration.
Later, video surfaced online showing Trump holding onto a winner’s medal, prompting jokes and speculation that the medal might have been intended for Madueke. But the true whereabouts have since come to light.
As reported by the Daily Mail, despite the viral theory that Trump claimed Madueke’s medal, the reality is that the England winger is expected to receive his medal via mail delivery.
The situation has sparked banter online, with fans suggesting he could flaunt the medal at Arsenal — a club that hasn’t lifted silverware in five years despite climbing the league standings.
Madueke, who was back in London for his Arsenal medical, apparently wasn’t tuned into the final at all, as his focus was firmly elsewhere.
The 23-year-old was seen enjoying himself at the Wireless festival in the company of Jadon Sancho and Carney Chukwuemeka, catching a Drake performance while Chelsea wrapped up their campaign stateside.
His absence meant missing out on Chelsea’s reported wild post-match celebrations marking the end of their demanding 2024/25 season.
Madueke’s popularity among Chelsea fans has dipped recently, with many supporters expressing disappointment over his performances.
To add to the friction, some Arsenal fans have gone so far as to start a petition urging the club to back out of the deal to sign the ex-PSV winger, who is slated to wear the number 10 jersey once the move becomes official.
