Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum will attend the World Cup final in East Rutherford, New Jersey, after accepting an invitation from U.S. President Donald Trump, she announced on Friday. The match, set to take place on Sunday, will feature Argentina and Spain. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, representing another of the tournament’s co-hosts, is also expected to be present.

Sheinbaum’s decision marks a notable shift in her World Cup engagements. Earlier this month, on June 11, the Mexican leader chose not to attend the opening ceremony held in Mexico, opting instead to give her Azteca Stadium ticket to an indigenous woman known for her enthusiasm for football. The change in Sheinbaum’s schedule, including rearrangements in her itinerary in Quintana Roo, was reported by Mexican media to accommodate her trip to the United States for the final.

Her presence at the match comes amid a backdrop of strained relations between Mexico and the United States, particularly concerning trade and security issues. Prior to this weekend, Sheinbaum and Trump had only met once in person, during the World Cup draw held in Washington last December.

The final will also draw notable European royalty, with Spain’s King Felipe VI, Queen Letizia, Crown Princess Leonor, and Infanta Sofia attending to support their national team. In contrast, Argentina’s President Javier Milei will not be in the stadium for the match, citing superstitions that are common in Argentine football culture. Known locally as “cabalas,” these rituals involve fans maintaining certain habits, such as watching games from the same location or wearing specific clothing, believed to influence match outcomes.

The World Cup final will conclude a tournament shared by Mexico, the United States, and Canada, reflecting a rare collaborative hosting effort among the three North American nations.