As Spain and Argentina prepare to clash in the World Cup final, the spotlight also falls on the accomplished partners of the players, often referred to as WAGs (wives and girlfriends). These women have built careers and followings independent of their famous partners, ranging from global music artists and entrepreneurs to professionals in technology and education.
Argentina's lineup includes Antonela Roccuzzo, the childhood sweetheart and wife of Lionel Messi. Having met in their hometown of Rosario, they married in 2017 and share three sons. Roccuzzo has a background in dentistry and social communications, and has engaged in modeling and UNICEF ambassadorships. She has also launched fashion collaborations and maintains a significant social media presence with over 41 million Instagram followers.
Martina 'Tini' Stoessel, engaged to midfielder Rodrigo De Paul, is a prominent Latin pop star. Stoessel rose to fame on the Disney Channel series 'Violetta' before embarking on a successful music career. She and De Paul rekindled their relationship after a brief split in 2023 and are reportedly planning to marry. Stoessel has millions of followers on Instagram.
Agustina Gandolfo, wife of striker Lautaro Martínez, is a model and entrepreneur who co-owns a restaurant in Milan. She and Martínez have two children. Gandolfo also focuses on wellness and lifestyle content on social media.
Valentina Cervantes, partner of midfielder Enzo Fernández, is an influencer, model, and former English teacher. She and Fernández have two children, Olivia and Benjamín. Cervantes has a substantial following on Instagram.
Emilia Ferrero, girlfriend of Julián Álvarez, is a former hockey player and PE teacher. She and Álvarez welcomed their first child, Amadeo, earlier this year. Ferrero has a significant social media following and has expressed unwavering support for Álvarez.
Camila Galante, wife of Leandro Paredes, is an entrepreneur who launched her own beauty brand, Camila Galante Co. She and Paredes have three children. Galante also works as a fitness model and social media personality.
Carolina 'Caro' Calvagni, wife of Nicolás Tagliafico, is a fitness model and entrepreneur who runs her own activewear brand. She has a large following on Instagram, where she shares fitness routines and lifestyle content.
Amanda 'Mandinha' Gama, wife of goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez, is an interior designer who runs a business specializing in children's décor. She and Martínez have two children, Santiago and Ava. Gama maintains a relatively private lifestyle on social media.
Muri López Benítez, girlfriend of Lisandro Martínez, is an Argentine influencer and fashion creator. She and Martínez welcomed a daughter, Aurora, in 2025. López Benítez shares fashion, beauty, and travel content online.
Ailén Cova, girlfriend of Alexis Mac Allister, is a model and social media personality. They welcomed their first child, daughter Alaia, in September 2025. Cova shares fashion, lifestyle, and family content.
On the Spanish side, Ines Garcia Santos, girlfriend of Lamine Yamal, is a lifestyle and fashion influencer with over a million followers. The couple confirmed their relationship in May.
Ainhi Garcia, linked to forward Nico Williams, works professionally in Artificial Intelligence. She shares travel and lifestyle content on Instagram.
Alejandra Dorta, girlfriend of midfielder Pedri, is believed to work as a model and social media personality, though she keeps her professional life private. She occasionally supports Pedri from the stands.
Laura Abla, longtime girlfriend of Dani Olmo, is a German model, podcaster, and influencer, with a significant following on Instagram and collaborations with major brands. She has been seen supporting Olmo at various tournaments.
Ana Pelayo has been linked to midfielder Gavi since mid-2025. Pelayo, from Seville, has a large social media following for her travel and fashion content and has partnered with brands like Alo Yoga and Armani Beauty.
Lola Liberal is the wife of Mikel Merino, with whom she has been since around 2019. They married in 2024 and recently welcomed their first child. Liberal has a background in communications and shares lifestyle content online.
Claudia Rodríguez has been with defender Marc Cucurella since their teenage years. The couple shares three children and Rodríguez works as a full-time content creator, sharing family life and parenting content.
Sara Botello, wife of Aymeric Laporte, is a professional contemporary ballet dancer. She and Laporte married in 2023 and have two children, with their family life generally kept private.
Laura Iglesias has been in a relationship with midfielder Rodri since around 2016. Believed to be in her late twenties, she works in the medical field and has deliberately stayed out of the public spotlight, prioritizing her path to becoming a surgeon.
Paddy Noarbe, wife of Marcos Llorente, is a fitness influencer and entrepreneur. The couple met in high school and married in 2023. They welcomed their first child, daughter Amor, in February 2025.