During the 2026 World Cup final, a FIFA commentator mistakenly identified actor Matt Damon as Brad Pitt. The incident occurred as the camera focused on Damon, who was attending the match with his wife, Luciana Barroso.
"Brad Pitt also among the fans here," the commentator stated, before quickly correcting himself. "Oh, it's Matt Damon! That's Matt Damon. There's been a lot of glare on our monitors, too. Apologize to both."
The mix-up quickly gained traction on social media, with X users sharing their amusement. Some commented on the perceived compliment, with one user writing, "Guess [there] are worst guys to be mistaken for." Others referenced Damon's film "The Odyssey," humorously suggesting his character had returned for the game. A reference was also made to the ongoing comedic feud between Damon and Jimmy Kimmel.
Damon was in attendance supporting his wife, Luciana Barroso, who is from Argentina. She was seen wearing an Argentinean soccer jersey, a blue bucket hat, white jeans, and a scarf.
Damon and Barroso met in 2003 and married in December 2005. They have four daughters: Alexia, Isabella, Gia, and Stella. Damon has spoken about the importance of family dinners and maintaining mindfulness, noting the challenges of staying present even within established routines. He has also discussed the upcoming transition to becoming empty nesters as two of their daughters have moved out.