In an unexpected twist, Taylor Swift will not be joining her fiancé, Travis Kelce, for the Kansas City Chiefs' season opener against the Los Angeles Chargers in Brazil. Fans were eagerly anticipating her arrival, but the pop sensation has opted to stay back.

Swift, fresh off her recent engagement to Kelce, famously skipped the game in São Paulo. TMZ confirmed her absence after she celebrated a friend's milestone birthday in Nashville, leaving many wondering about her absence from this pivotal matchup.

The highly anticipated game, held at Arena Corinthians, featured the Chargers as the home team in a fierce AFC West rivalry. Notably, none of the wives or girlfriends of the other players made the trip either—keeping the focus entirely on the game.

Last week, Swift and Kelce announced their engagement in a playful Instagram post that showcased their fun personalities. Captured alongside her track "So High School," which fans speculate is about Kelce, the couple humorously referenced their teachers with the caption, "Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married."

Kelce proposed with a stunning vintage mine-cut diamond ring, crafted by the talented jeweler Kindred Lubeck. The proposal took place at his gorgeous estate in Leawood, Kansas—a private moment for the couple.

Fans will remember that Swift made headlines when she attended a Chiefs game for the first time last September, marking the start of their public relationship. With the Chiefs looking to rebound from a Super Bowl loss to the Eagles, all eyes are on Kelce as he faces the Chargers next Sunday.

As for Swift, her decision to prioritize friendships over the game may reflect her ability to balance her blossoming relationship with her career and personal life. Will she attend the next game? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure: this love story has only just begun to unfold!