Donald Trump has been cruelly mocked by social media users after claiming he "looks extremely good" in shorts. The US President was hosting FIFA head Gianni Infatino at the White House, as the pair announced details of the World Cup draw.
The tournament will be held across the US, Canada and Mexico next summer and will feature 48 nations. Trump jokingly told reporters that he was a very good athlete and "may play" in the competition. He then added: "I may put on shorts, I look extremely good in shorts, and join the play."
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The US President's comments provoked savage mockery on social media, with many failing to see the funny side.
One wrote: "Trump looks terrible when he’s fully dressed. Can you imagine how he looks in shorts?
While another asked: "There are shorts he can fit in?" A third fumed: "He’s the laughing stock of the planet. It’s embarrassing."
Many posts contained unflattering memes of the US President dressed in shorts. One showed the White House chief kitted out in a football shirt too small to cover his bulging belly.
Another depicted Trump playing golf and wearing giant diapers, with a red MAGA cap on his head.
The World Cup draw was originally expected to take place in Las Vegas on December 5.
However, it will now be conducted at the Kennedy Center in Washington - the performing arts venue where Trump is chairman.
"The draw will be broadcast live all over the world and will be watched by one billion viewers," Infantino said.
"It will be 48 participating teams. There will be 104 matches - 104 Super Bowls!"
Infantino offered Trump the opportunity to hold the trophy during the news conference on Friday. "Can I keep it?" Trump asked.