The FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain was a star-studded affair, with Hollywood’s biggest stars taking to the stands to watch the epic showdown at the New York-New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.The showdown for the championship that saw Spain lift the trophy attracted an extraordinary mix of actors, musicians, athletes, fashion icons and internet personalities. Among those seen in the stands were Tom Cruise, Matt Damon and his wife Luciana Barroso, Jay-Z and beyonceDavid and Victoria Beckham, Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner, RihannaDua Lipa and Callum Turner, Ariana Grande, Anya Taylor-Joy, Javier Bardem, Will FerrellKevin Hart, Serena Williams, Pharrell Williams, Jon Hamm, Adrien Brody, Trevor Noah, Richard GereJason Sudeikis, Julia Garner, Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union, Rob Gronkowski, Gayle King, Anna Wintour, MrBeast, Michael Rubin, Mason Thames and Mckenna Grace, among many others.
Tom Cruise gives the opening speech
Cruise, who is currently promoting his next film diggerplayed a central role in the pre-match festivities when he took to the pitch to deliver an inspirational opening speech before kick-off.“More than 30 days ago, 48 nations began a journey,” Cruise said. “They crossed oceans, they crossed borders, they crossed cultures and together they showed us why this game belongs to the world. From three of their countries and from every corner of the world, we have witnessed greatness. And we have shared moments of joy, moments of hope and moments we will never forget.”Describing football as a universal language, the actor continued: “Football is a language that is spoken without words, a force that unites people, that turns strangers into friends and reminds us of what we all have in common.”He concluded by saying, “As we gather for a final chapter, we celebrate a tournament that brought the world together. Let’s celebrate each other. This is football. This is the unit. That’s greatness.”
Timothée Chalamet has a special role
Oscar nominee Timothee Chalamet took on another major role in the match. The actor was given a special ceremonial role of removing the match ball. The actor was joined in the stands by his girlfriend, Kylie Jenner.
Hollywood’s biggest names at the World Cup final
Some of the notable celebrities in attendance included:Tom CruiseMatt DamonbeyonceTimothée Chalamet and Kylie JennerEd Sheeran and Trevor NoahRihannaDua Lipa and Callum TurnerAriana GrandeAnya Taylor JoyMason Thames and McKenna Grace