A constellation of Hollywood stars, including Brad Pitt, Penelope Cruz, and Javier Bardem, gathered at the Los Angeles Stadium on Friday to watch Spain's World Cup quarterfinal match against Belgium. The high-profile attendance underscored the match's significance as Spain aimed to advance to the semifinals for the first time since their 2010 victory.
Pitt, 62, was observed in a VIP suite, sporting a USA jersey and a baseball cap. He was accompanied by his girlfriend, jewelry designer Ines de Ramon, 33. De Ramon, who has Spanish heritage, displayed her support for Spain with a striped vest and face paint.
The couple shared their box with Spanish actors Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem. Bardem wore a personalized Spain home jersey gifted by player Borja Iglesias, featuring the name 'B. Iglesias' and the number 26. Cruz was seen in a white away shirt.
Throughout the match, notable interactions were observed, including Cruz appearing to joke with Pitt and de Ramon. Cruz also engaged in a conversation with musician Noel Gallagher.
Other celebrities in attendance included Noel Gallagher and his son Jack. The Belgian royal family was represented by King Philippe, who watched the game with RBFA President Pascale Van Damme.
Canadian pop star Tate McRae was tasked with presenting the match ball. Also present were NFL player Myles Garrett of the Los Angeles Rams and his girlfriend, Olympic snowboarder Chloe Kim.
On the field, Spain took the lead in the 30th minute through Fabian Ruiz. However, Belgium equalized shortly before halftime with a goal from Charles De Ketelaere.
