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The 2026 FIFA World Cup final attracted some of the biggest names in entertainment, sports and fashion. Spain faced Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford. Celebrities including Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Tom Cruise, Serena Williams and Timothée Chalamet attended the event. Their presence helped make the championship match one of the year’s most star-studded occasions.
Star-Studded Crowd Fills the Stadium
Fans spotted several high-profile celebrities throughout the broadcast. Beyoncé and Jay-Z attended together. Tom Cruise, Serena Williams, Pharrell Williams, Matt Damon and Timothée Chalamet also enjoyed the match from the stands.
Other guests included Kylie Jenner, David Beckham, Victoria Beckham, Dua Lipa, Mick Jagger, Anya Taylor-Joy and Richard Gere.
Beyoncé and Jay-Z Draw Attention
Longtime football fans Beyoncé and Jay-Z ranked among the event’s biggest celebrity attractions. Television cameras frequently showed the couple during the match. Fans inside the stadium and online quickly reacted to their appearance.
Tom Cruise Takes Center Stage
Tom Cruise did more than watch the match. The actor stepped onto the pitch during the closing ceremony. He delivered a speech honoring the 48 nations that competed in the tournament. Later, he joined David and Victoria Beckham in the stands.
Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner Attend Together
Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner attended the final together. Photographers captured the couple in a stadium suite before kickoff.
Chalamet also participated in the pre-match ceremony. He carried the official match ball onto the field before the game began.
Sports Legends Join the Celebration
The final attracted stars from several sports. Serena Williams attended after taking part in events in New York earlier in the week.
Tom Brady, Patrick Mahomes, Victor Wembanyama, James Harden and Draymond Green also attended the match.
Spanish tennis star Carlos Alcaraz joined the pre-match ceremony. He carried the Louis Vuitton trophy trunk onto the pitch before kickoff.
Historic Halftime Show Adds Excitement
The World Cup final featured the tournament’s first official halftime show. Justin Bieber, Madonna, BTS, Shakira and Burna Boy performed during the event.
The performances added another layer of excitement to football’s biggest match. Together, the music, celebrity appearances and on-field action created a memorable conclusion to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Source: The National
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