Argentine President Javier Milei said he will not travel to the World Cup final against Spain, explaining that changing his viewing routine could harm the team's luck. He plans to watch from the presidential residence in Buenos Aires, as he has throughout the tournament.
Argentine President Javier Milei announced Saturday he will not attend the 2026 World Cup final against Spain, citing a personal belief that altering his viewing routine could undermine Argentina's luck. Milei will watch the match from the presidential residence in Buenos Aires, as he has for all previous tournament games. The decision is consistent with Milei's publicly expressed superstitions. Earlier this month, he recounted removing his lucky jacket briefly during a match and Argentina immediately conceding a goal, as The Zioneer reported. Argentina seeks to defend its World Cup title against Spain.
2 developments
- StrongMilei recounts: I removed my lucky jacket for a moment, Argentina conceded a goal
- DevelopingSpanish PM to attend World Cup final despite Trump rift
- StrongUS security sources reportedly recommend Trump skip World Cup final over Iran assassination fears
- DevelopingMessi misses Argentina training as coach says 'we'll rest him'
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