Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise, David Beckham lead star-studded celebrity sightings at 2026 FIFA World Cup
Spain squad
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8 Fabian RUIZ Midfielder
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10 Dani OLMO Forward
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12 Pedro PORRO Defender
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14 Aymeric LAPORTE Defender
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15 Alex BAENA Midfielder
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16 RODRI C Midfielder
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19 Lamine YAMAL Forward
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21 Mikel OYARZABAL Forward
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22 Pau CUBARSI Defender
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23 Unai SIMON Goalkeeper
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24 Marc CUCURELLA Defender
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1 David RAYA Goalkeeper
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2 Marc PUBILL Defender
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3 Alex GRIMALDO Defender
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4 Eric GARCIA Defender
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5 Marcos LLORENTE Defender
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6 Mikel MERINO Midfielder
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7 Ferran TORRES Forward
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9 GAVI Midfielder
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11 Yeremy PINO Forward
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13 Joan GARCIA Goalkeeper
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17 Nico WILLIAMS Forward
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18 Martin ZUBIMENDI Midfielder
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20 PEDRI Midfielder
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25 Victor MUNOZ Forward
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26 Borja IGLESIAS Forward
Argentina squad
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3 Nicolas TAGLIAFICO Defender
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4 Gonzalo MONTIEL Defender
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6 Lisandro MARTINEZ Defender
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7 Rodrigo DE PAUL Midfielder
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9 Julian ALVAREZ Forward
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10 Lionel MESSI C Forward
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13 Cristian ROMERO Defender
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15 Nico GONZALEZ Midfielder
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20 Alexis MAC ALLISTER Midfielder
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23 Emiliano MARTINEZ Goalkeeper
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24 Enzo FERNANDEZ Midfielder
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1 Juan MUSSO Goalkeeper
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2 Marcos SENESI Defender
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5 Leandro PAREDES Midfielder
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8 Valentin BARCO Midfielder
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11 Giovani Lo Celso Midfielder
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12 Geronimo RULLI Goalkeeper
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14 Exequiel PALACIOS Midfielder
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16 Thiago ALMADA Forward
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17 Giuliano SIMEONE Forward
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18 Nico PAZ Forward
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19 Nicolas OTAMENDI Defender
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21 Jose Manuel LOPEZ Forward
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22 Lautaro MARTINEZ Forward
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25 Facundo MEDINA Defender
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26 Nahuel MOLINA Defender
Celebrities flocked to venues across North America to watch matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with stars such as Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise and David Beckham among those spotted in the crowds. The tournament's global draw was reflected in the range of famous attendees, some cheering on their home nations and others simply enjoying the spectacle, underlining football's crossover appeal with Hollywood and wider celebrity culture.
Beckham, a former England captain, was seen reliving his playing days pitchside, while Spanish actors Javier Bardem and Penélope Cruz supported their home country. Other attendees brought family members along, while some focused purely on following the action. The World Cup final, between Argentina and Spain, is set to be broadcast on FOX and stream on FOX One.
In short
- Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise, David Beckham spotted at 2026 World Cup matches
- Javier Bardem and Penélope Cruz cheered on Spain
- Argentina vs Spain final airs on FOX and FOX One
Explained simply
The FIFA World Cup is the world's premier international football tournament, where national teams compete to win the title. Held every four years, it is one of the most-watched sporting events in the world, with billions of viewers across the globe.
The tournament appeals to audiences beyond dedicated sports fans and functions as a significant global cultural event. This broad appeal means it attracts interest and participation from people across various backgrounds and sectors of society.
The 2026 World Cup is being hosted across North America, with matches at multiple venues in the region. The event's status as a major cultural phenomenon means its key matches and venues draw diverse audiences including people from entertainment and media sectors.
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