Tom Cruise, David Beckham, Katy Perry and more celebrities spotted at 2026 FIFA World Cup matches
World Cup fans embrace American culture during tournament
Host Aisha Hasnie and Fox News contributor Joe Concha explore the unique cultural experiences of foreign fans attending the FIFA World Cup in the US. They showcase viral social media posts of fans discovering American staples like Waffle House and Big Gulps. A heartwarming video also features Scottish fans celebrating their team by serenading a New England neighborhood with bagpipes.
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup has landed in America and soccer fans everywhere are enjoying the tournament.
Those soccer fans also include some of the biggest stars in Hollywood, including Tom Cruise, David Beckham and Katy Perry, who were all spotted in the stands during matches.
Whether they performed ahead of the matches or attended as a fan, the World Cup has attracted many celebrities.
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Tom Cruise and David Beckham
Cruise and Beckham waved to fans as they watched USA take on Paraguay at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
Tom Cruise and David Beckham were all smiles as they waved to fans while sitting next to each other during the World Cup match played between USA and Paraguay in Los Angeles.
The two were later joined by David’s wife, Victoria Beckham, who also enjoyed the match.
Cruise and David were joined by the former soccer player’s wife, Victoria Beckham. (Stu Forster/Getty Images)
“Amazing way to kick off the World Cup in the US,” David shared on Instagram alongside photos of him at the match. “Congratulations @pochettino and @usmnt 👏🏼 great to see so many passionate fans in the stadium ❤️⚽️🏆 @fifaworldcup @tomcruise.”
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Katy Perry
Perry sang her song “Wonder” at the 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony in Los Angeles. (Jared C. Tilton – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)
Katy Perry took to the stage ahead of the USA versus Paraguay match in Los Angeles to sing her song “Wonder,” and was joined by Norwegian singer Tius, who sang on the original track.
After her performance, Perry was spotted watching the match in the stands with her boyfriend, former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
Halle Berry
Berry looked casual in a pair of jeans and a cream-colored tank top while at a private dinner hosted by Raising Cane’s founder and owner Todd Graves. (Raising Cane’s)
Halle Berry sported a pair of jeans and a flowy tank top to a private dinner hosted by Raising Cane’s owner and founder, Todd Graves, at Alba in West Hollywood, following the World Cup match.
Ryan Reynolds
Reynolds was spotted in the crowd at the match between Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina. (Robbie Jay Barratt – AMA/Getty Images)
Ryan Reynolds cheered on his home country during one of the first games of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The actor, who is also the co-owner of Wrexham, a Welsh professional soccer club, was spotted cheering Canada on during their game against Bosnia and Herzegovina at Toronto Stadium.
Shakira
Shakira performed at the opening ceremony for the 2026 World Cup in Mexico City. (Tom Weller/picture alliance via Getty Images)
Shakira brought the house down when she performed at the opening ceremony for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico City.
The singer performed the song “Dai Dai” at the ceremony which took place before the match between Mexico and South Africa. The song is the official anthem for the World Cup this year, marking the fourth time the singer has been chosen to sing the anthem for the competition.
In the past, the anthems included her songs, “Hips Don’t Lie (Bamboo Mix),” “”Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)” and “La La La.”
Christina Aguilera and Big Sean
Aguilera and Big Sean posed together during a private dinner hosted by Raising Cane’s founder and owner, Todd Graves. (Raising Cane’s)
Big Sean and Christina Aguilera posed with their arms around each other at the private dinner hosted by Graves, following the World Cup match played between the USA and Paraguay.
Salma Hayek
Hayek is the tournament’s official Global Ambassador and gave a speech at the opening ceremony to officially kick off the games. (Sebastian Frej/Getty Images)
Salma Hayek made a statement in a red pantsuit at the opening ceremony for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico City.
The “From Dusk Till Dawn” star, who was born in Mexico, attended the opening ceremony as the tournament’s official Global Ambassador.
As part of her role as Global Ambassador, Hayek delivered a speech in Spanish to those watching and in attendance to officially kick off the games.
Jamie Foxx
Foxx enjoyed a private dinner hosted by Graves at Alba in West Hollywood. (Raising Cane’s)
Academy Award-winning actor Jamie Foxx attended Raising Cane’s private dinner in West Hollywood, along with stars like Berry and Aguilera.
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Alanis Morissette
Morissette sang the Canadian national anthem before the game between Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina for the World Cup. (Ezra Shaw – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)
Singer Alanis Morissette sang the Canadian national anthem prior to the match between Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina at the World Cup.
Michael Bublé
Bublé took the stage to perform during the Parade of Nations at the Canada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina match. (Charlotte Wilson/Getty Images)
Michael Bublé took to the stage at the FIFA World Cup opening ceremony in Toronto, Canada, to sing a cover of Sam Cooke’s song “Bring It On Home to Me,” accompanied by the Sole Power Choir.
Owen Wilson and Sofía Vergara
Owen Wilson and Sofia Vergara posed alongside one another on the sidelines at the World Cup. (Alex Livesey – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)
Owen Wilson and Sofía Vergara were photographed on the sidelines at the team USA versus Paraguay match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Los Angeles.
The actress also posted photos of herself watching the match with her niece, Claudia Vergara, in a private suite on Instagram. Both were wearing black tank tops and dark sunglasses, with the “Modern Family” star pairing it with light blue denim, and her niece opting for green jeans.
Dylan Sprouse and Barbara Palvin
Sprouse and Palvin posed with Raising Cane’s founder Todd Graves’ relatives, Sophia and Charlie Graves. (Raising Cane’s)
Dylan Sprouse and his wife, Barbara Palvin, watched the USA versus Paraguay match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the Raising Cane’s World Cup Suite in Los Angeles.
Rob Lowe
Lowe was there to cheer on the United States during their opening match against Paraguay. (Michael Buckner/Variety via Getty Images)
Rob Lowe posed for photos ahead of the USA vs Paraguay match as part of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The actor was spotted during the game cheering for the United States and waving to fans while in the stands.
Becky G and Shaboozey
Becky G and Shaboozey enjoyed the game from the Raising Cane’s World Cup Suite. (Raising Cane’s)
Singers Becky G and Shaboozey were all smiles as they watched the USA versus Paraguay match in the Raising Cane’s World Cup Suite.
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Team USA ultimately defeated Paraguay, with the final score being 4 to 1.
Becky G wore a black crop top and jeans with a light snake-skin pattern on them to the World Cup match. (Raising Cane’s)
Shaboozey celebrated a team USA goal with everyone in the Raising Cane’s World Cup Suite. (Raising Cane’s)
Shaboozey was also photographed jumping up and down as he celebrated a team USA goal with others in the suite, while Becky G posed for a photo at the edge of the suite.
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Will Arnett
Arnett welcomed the crowd to the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada, played against Bosnia and Herzegovina. (Jean Catuffe/Getty Images)
Comedian and actor Will Arnett welcomed the crowd ahead of the match between Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina during the opening ceremony at the FIFA World Cup in Canada.
Paris Hilton
Hilton wore a custom red, white and blue jersey with her last name written on the back. (Kevin Mazur/Getty Images; Michael Buckner/Variety via Getty Images)
Paris Hilton posed for photos ahead of the FIFA World Cup match played between USA and Paraguay in Los Angeles in a custom red, white and blue jersey with her last name written on the back.
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During the match, Hilton was spotted in the crowd cheering for team USA alongside her husband, Carter Reum, who was also wearing a custom jersey.
Teyana Taylor
Taylor watched the game alongside Raising Cane’s owner and founder, Todd Graves. (Raisin’ Cane’s)
“One Battle After Another” star Teyona Taylor watched the game played between team USA and Paraguay from the World Cup Raising Cane’s Suite.
Taylor enjoyed watching the game in the Raising Cane’s World Cup Suite. (Raisin’ Cane’s)
She was photographed in the suite alongside Graves, and was also seen holding up a Raising Cane’s branded red, white and blue towel as she watched the match.
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Lori Bashian is an entertainment writer for Fox News Digital.
