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David Schneidman
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The Mirror
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Jul 2026
Real reason Argentina President won't attend World Cup final with Donald Trump
Argentina President Javier Milei will not attend the World Cup final against Spain due to strict superstitions he has followed throughout Argentina’s unbeaten tournament run, choosing instead to watch from his residence in Buenos Aires while wearing a jacket he considers lucky. His absence contrasts with the attendance of Donald Trump, Spain’s King Felipe IV and Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez. Milei’s long-standing alignment with Trump, including a major 2025 currency swap tied to his election win, is highlighted, along with Argentina’s tradition of presidents avoiding World Cup matches after past misfortunes.
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