Merlin became an internet sensation after Mexico’s 2–0 opening-match win over South Africa.
The White House barred a reporter from the Associated Press from covering an event due to the news agency’s editorial style.
Mr Trump accused Canada, Mexico and China of being responsible for the large influx of drugs and undocumented migrants into the United States.
It is the second time Mr Trump would be named the Times Magazine’s Person of the Year.
“It is time for change, and it is time for women,” said Ms Sheinbaum in Mexico City after her swearing-in ceremony.
“I will become the first woman president of Mexico,” Ms Sheinbaum said in her victory speech.
Mexico is on course to see its first female president as the ruling coalition and the opposition have nominated women as candidates.
