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Spanish royals and PM to support Spain at World Cup final in New Jersey

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 11:05 AM

Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Spanish royals and PM to support Spain at World Cup final in New Jersey

Summary

Spanish King Felipe VI and Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez will attend the World Cup final in East Rutherford, New Jersey, where Spain faces Argentina. Argentina's President Javier Milei will not attend, citing superstitions as the reason. He will follow the match from home, believing his absence brings luck to the team. Milei promised to vacate the presidential palace for the team’s victory celebration if they win, aiming for back-to-back titles and a fourth overall.

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By the Numbers

•King Felipe VI and Prime Minister Sánchez will be present at the final.
•Milei will follow the game from home due to superstition.
•Spain seeks its second World Cup title since 2010.
•Argentina aims for a fourth title and back-to-back wins.
•The final will take place on Sunday, July 17, 2026.

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11:05 AMYahoo Sports — Spanish royals and PM to attend WCup final but not Argentina leader

What they're saying

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Spanish King Felipe VI and Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez will attend the World Cup final while Argentina President Javier Milei will not support his team in the United States for superstition reasons. Defending champions Argentina and European champions Spain contest the final on Sunday in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
— Yahoo Sports

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