Justin Trudeau, the former Prime Minister of Canada, has responded to criticism over his attendance at the USA's FIFA World Cup match against Paraguay. He was accompanied by his girlfriend, pop star Katy Perry, who performed at the opening ceremony in the USA.
Trudeau clarified that he was just being a supportive boyfriend, but assured everyone that he is rooting for Canada in the 48-team tournament.
Canada played their opening match of the tournament on the same day as the USA, drawing 1-1 against Bosnia-Herzegovina. This was the first time Canada had earned a point at the FIFA World Cup.
Trudeau and Perry were spotted celebrating the US's goal during the match, and the former Canadian Prime Minister was impressed by the co-hosts' performance.
Canada's next match in the FIFA World Cup will be against Qatar on June 18, while the USA will face Australia on June 19.
