2026 World Cup sparks buzz around players and their partners
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, media outlets highlight both the on‑field stars and the off‑field personalities surrounding them. One Portuguese commentary notes that veteran striker Cristiano Ronaldo, now 41, remains a top‑rated “sexy player” alongside emerging figures such as Trincão, who is gaining attention on TikTok, and other national team members.
A separate feature examines the growing influence of WAGs (wives and girlfriends) at the tournament. Georgina Rodríguez, partner of Ronaldo, commands over 72 million followers and leverages her reality‑show fame for marketing deals, while Antonela Roccuzzo, wife of Lionel Messi, enjoys a more private profile with about 40 million followers. Both are expected to draw significant media and commercial attention during the World Cup, illustrating how social‑media personalities are reshaping coverage of the event.