Seth Meyers humorously blamed President Trump’s so‑called “sports curse” when the former leader backed Argentine superstar Messi before the 2022 World Cup final, which ended in ಇದ್ದ World Cup disappointment for Argentina.

The joke plays off a string of bizarre coincidences that fans have linked to Trump’s influence, from theCambio to the 2019 NBA playoffs to the 2020 NFL season, many of which coincided with the president’s public statements or endorsements.

In the final, Messi and the Argentina squad faced Spain. Despite a brilliant performance, the Argentine side fell short, 3–2, sparking a flurry of memes and commentary that, according to Meyers, confirms the curse’s persistence.

The segment, part of a larger discussion on sports politics, showed the host’s typical blend of sharp wit and cultural commentary, underscoring how political narratives can bleed into sporting lore.