Arlington, Texas – The semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at AT&T Stadium drew a crowd of notable figures from the entertainment and sports worlds on Tuesday, as Spain secured a 2-0 victory against France.
Among the attendees were Oscar-winning actors and vocal supporters of the Spanish team, Penélope Cruz and Javier Bardem. They were among the first to arrive at the stadium for the match.
Former Spanish national team players Xavi Hernández, Iker Casillas, and Sergio Ramos were also present to watch the current generation of Spanish footballers. David Beckham, accompanied by his wife Victoria and children, was also in attendance. During the broadcast, Beckham was seen chatting with actor Timothée Chalamet.
Representing the music industry, DJ Steve Aoki performed as the pre-match DJ, bringing his signature energy to the event. Country music star Zac Brown performed during the halftime show.
The sports world was well-represented, with sprint icons Usain Bolt, Noah Lyles, and Junelle Bromfield Lyles making the trip to North Texas. UFC announcer Bruce Buffer was also present. Members of the NHL's Dallas Stars and Cowboys owner Jerry Jones added a local presence to the stadium.
Social media personality IShowSpeed was seen with Wilfried Mbappé, father of French player Kylian Mbappé.
This convergence of celebrities has become a recurring theme throughout the World Cup, with numerous A-list personalities attending matches across North America. Previous attendees have included Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt, and Leonardo DiCaprio.