Spain emerged victorious over Argentina with a 1-0 win in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final held at New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday. Yet, the match itself was not the sole focus. The closing weekend of the tournament turned into a cultural phenomenon, with celebrities flocking to the event. Luxury suites were filled with some of the most photographed personalities, and the stadium cameras captured as much of this spectacle as the match itself. The World Cup Final became a cultural institution, where the audience played as significant a role as the game on the field.
Beyoncé and Jay-Z occupied the VIP area, while Rihanna and A$AP Rocky were seen in the suites alongside Jalen Brunson and his wife. Other notable figures such as Serena Williams, LeBron James, Tom Brady, Kevin Hart and Eniko Hart, Matt Damon and Luciana Barroso, Winnie Harlow, Hailey Bieber, Pharrell Williams, the Beckhams, Dua Lipa and Callum Turner, and Kylie Jenner were also part of the crowd.
Timothée Chalamet had the honor of carrying the official match ball onto the pitch, while Tom Cruise delivered a speech on global unity before the match. The fashion choices of these celebrities were noteworthy, with most opting for a neutral dress code, avoiding team colors and clear affiliations. This effortless style suggested their belonging at major global events regardless of the teams playing. However, some exceptions stood out. Beyoncé’s outfit was the most meticulously chosen, and Rihanna’s attire was the most distinctive.
The Looks That Defined the Day
Beyoncé made a statement in a capri-length sheer white lace catsuit layered under an oversized cropped trench-style coat, paired with white heels and a matching top-handle bag. In a stadium awash with fan gear in various colors, her all-white ensemble signified a deliberate detachment from the match, embodying how the world’s most famous figures attend public events with an understated presence. Jay-Z complemented her in a blue-and-white striped shirt with a black cap. Together, they were the most photographed couple, a status they maintain effortlessly at almost every event they attend.
Rihanna opted for a contrasting style, donning a brown Vetements football jersey with cargo shorts, beige stiletto boots, a crossbody bag, and sunglasses, her hair pulled back in a ponytail. A$AP Rocky sported an oversized white T-shirt, dark-wash denim with a cuffed hem, and Pharrell’s Louis Vuitton Combi sneakers with a bright red crocodile leather upper. The couple appeared on the stadium’s Jumbotron, eliciting cheers from the crowd. Their relaxed demeanor, rather than a performance, made their look the talk of the afternoon. The combination of a Vetements jersey, cargo shorts, and stilettos at the World Cup Final exemplified a unique level of personal style confidence.
The Suites: Who Was There and What They Wore
Winnie Harlow, Kevin Hart, and Matt Damon were among the well-known personalities in the suites, frequently highlighted by stadium cameras and across social media as the Jumbotron captured the crowd during game pauses. Hailey Bieber was seen in a clean, minimal look that matched her current style. Dua Lipa and Callum Turner were spotted with matching sunglasses, a couple styling choice that photographs well and quickly circulates. Pharrell Williams, Gayle King, Dwyane Wade, Karl-Anthony Towns, Adrien Brody, and Future were also confirmed among the celebrity presence throughout the afternoon.
David and Victoria Beckham were in attendance and continued to be the most observed British couple wherever they went. Kylie Jenner was seen in the suites, while LeBron James and Tom Brady represented the sporting world alongside Serena Williams, who watched the championship with the poise of someone familiar with the dynamic of being both a competitor and a spectator.
The Ceremony, the Halftime Show, and the After-Party
During the closing ceremonies, the field welcomed Robbie Williams, Tom Cruise, Nicole Scherzinger, Laura Pausini, Post Malone, Swae Lee, and Jennifer Hudson. The halftime show, the tournament’s first, curated by Chris Martin, featured performances by Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira, and BTS. Following Spain’s victory, Justin Bieber and SKYLRK hosted the after-party, where the fashion scene shifted to slip dresses, naked dresses, and fringe. The conversation about fashion, initiated on the pitch, continued well beyond the final whistle.
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