Actress's World Cup final odyssey: Flight canceled, arrives just in time

Hours before the highly anticipated 2026 World Cup final between Argentina and Spain in New York, Argentine actress Jimena Barón found herself in a desperate race against time. Her travel plans hit a major snag when her flight was canceled, leaving her and her partner, Matías Palleiro, along with her young son Arturo, facing the real possibility of missing the decisive match. Barón, known for her superstitious beliefs, expressed her anxiety to her followers on Instagram, appealing for any solutions. "We couldn't get there by car either. Besides the anguish of possibly not being at the final match, I am very superstitious. Please, if you think of anything, write to me," she shared, highlighting the logistical nightmare. Despite the initial frustration at the airport, Barón maintained a hopeful outlook. "It's the World Cup of holding your breath. This final makes sense. Everything will be alright, I have faith," she posted from the terminal while her partner actively sought alternatives. She even shared a humorous moment, posting a video of her son sleeping with a small statue of Jesus, adding, "Arturo sleeps with Jesus. Matías is wearing out the floor. Come on, little Jesus, come on." The uncertainty persisted until the very last moment, but their efforts paid off. Barón documented their final dash to the stadium via Instagram stories, showing herself running towards the entrance just before kickoff. She ultimately made it to the stands, sharing a clip of the match's opening moments and her "amulet of cábala" – the small Jesus figure and a rosary.

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We couldn't get there by car either. Besides the anguish of possibly not being at the final match, I am very superstitious. Please, if you think of anything, write to me.