While U.S. President Donald Trump remained in Washington and did not attend the United States’ opening 2026 FIFA World Cup match against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium, a host of celebrities and sports icons were spotted in the crowd for the highly anticipated Group D clash.
Among the most notable attendees were former England captain David Beckham and Hollywood superstar Tom Cruise, who watched the match together after attending Beckham’s Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony earlier in the day.
Basketball legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar was also present, returning to familiar territory near the former home of the Los Angeles Lakers, where he spent much of his storied career.
Actor Jason Sudeikis, famous for his role in the soccer-themed series Ted Lasso, attended the event in his capacity as an official World Cup ambassador and addressed fans before kickoff.
Another major Hollywood figure in attendance was George Lucas, the legendary creator of Star Wars. Lucas was spotted enjoying the match from premium seating areas inside the stadium.
Colombian-American actress Sofia Vergara not only attended the match but also appeared on the field as a guest analyst for Spanish-language broadcaster Telemundo.
Actor Owen Wilson, a regular supporter of soccer in Los Angeles, was seen pitchside. Fellow actor Vince Vaughn was also spotted entering the stadium.
Award-winning entertainer Jamie Foxx joined the star-studded crowd, while media personality Paris Hilton added further celebrity glamour to the occasion.
Representing the NFL, Derwin James Jr. attended the match with his partner, highlighting the crossover appeal between American football and soccer during the World Cup.
With celebrities from sports, film, television, music, and entertainment gathering under one roof, the USA–Paraguay match delivered not only World Cup action on the field but also one of the most star-studded crowds of the tournament so far.
Also in attendance was U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who met with FIFA President Gianni Infantino on the sidelines of the match.
