The 2026 FIFA World Cup final held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey was a star-studded affair, drawing a multitude of celebrities from Hollywood and beyond. Among the notable attendees were Beyoncé, Rihanna, Kylie Jenner, Tom Cruise, Dua Lipa, and the Beckham family, who lent their presence to the global sporting event.
Spain secured their second men's World Cup title by defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 in extra time. Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 106th minute.
Beyond the athletic competition, the stadium buzzed with celebrity sightings. Jay-Z accompanied Beyoncé, while Rihanna was seen with her partner A$AP Rocky. Kylie Jenner attended with Timothée Chalamet, and actor Tom Cruise, 64, delivered a speech to fans prior to kickoff, reflecting on the tournament's journey and football's unifying power. Newlyweds Callum Turner and Dua Lipa were also in attendance. David and Victoria Beckham were observed interacting with Cruise.
Other notable figures present included actors Jon Hamm, Adrien Brody, Blake Lively, Matt Damon and his wife Luciana Barroso, Jessica Alba and Danny Ramirez, Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick, Anya Taylor-Joy and Malcolm McRae, and Javier Bardem. Jason Sudeikis, known for his role as a soccer coach, was also among the spectators.
The halftime show featured performances by Madonna, Shakira, and Justin Bieber, among others. Shakira's performance marked her fourth appearance at a World Cup. The closing ceremony included acts by Coldplay, Post Malone, and Jennifer Hudson.
Several other celebrities were seen enjoying the match or departing the venue, including Robbie Williams, who drew comparisons to a character from The Sopranos for his sparkly tracksuit. Ed Sheeran was seen leaving with a beer, while Mick Jagger and his son also attended. Noel Gallagher and his sons were seen departing, as were Ellie Goulding and her boyfriend.
Organizers had advised ticket holders to arrive up to four hours before the game due to expected high attendance and security measures, reportedly including airport-style security due to the presence of former President Donald Trump. Reports also indicated glitches in FIFA's ticket-scanning system contributed to delays for some attendees.