Die argentinischen Spieler hatten vor dem Finale einen besonderen Wunsch:

Argentine footballers had a special desire before the final: Here's who will perform the anthem A major Argentine musical star arrived at the stadium in New Jersey several hours before the start of the final and conducted a sound test. It was then revealed that her choice did not please just the fans. “Los chicos querían que yo cantara el himno, y eso es una gran honor,” said Becerra in an interview with Argentine radio station La Red. The call came officially from FIFA. Becerra explained that representatives from the world governing body of football contacted her manager and offered her to perform the national anthem ahead of the biggest match of the tournament. “This is the best thing that has ever happened to me in my career,” said the emotional singer. Her performance remained shrouded in secrecy until the last moment. Becerra was scheduled to perform at the Bigsound festival in Pontevedra, Spain, on Saturday, but organizers unexpectedly changed the schedule and moved her concert to an earlier time. The change immediately sparked speculation that she would head to the United States after the show. Becerra then traveled privately to New Jersey, announcing her arrival via a photo wearing the Messi jersey and holding the World Cup ball. Before the official confirmation of her as the possible performer of the anthem, names such as Lali Espósito, Tini Stoessel, and Soledad Pastorutti were mentioned. Even information surfaced suggesting that players wanted Lali, who sang the anthem before Argentina’s victory over France in the 2022 World Cup final. In the end, the choice fell to María Becerra, and according to her, exactly her they wanted. Known under the nickname “La Nena de Argentina,” she is one of the biggest stars of Latin American urban music. She became the first Argentine female singer to sell two consecutive concerts at River Plate stadium and has collaborated with numerous internationally renowned artists. Now her voice will be heard by tens of thousands of people at the stadium and millions of viewers watching on screens, right before Argentina and Spain go into battle for the title of world champion.