Spain‑Belgium World Cup quarterfinal draws Hollywood stars and influencers

The 2026 World Cup quarter‑final between Spain and Belgium at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, turned into a pop‑culture spectacle. Actors Brad Pitt, Timothée Chalamet, Penélope Cruz and Javier Bardem, director Ridley Scott, musician Noel Gallagher and other Hollywood figures filled the VIP sections, many wearing the Spanish kit. Influencer Alejandra Baigorria also travelled to the match, sharing videos of herself cheering the Spanish side and commenting on the event’s atmosphere. The presence of high‑profile celebrities was highlighted by broadcasters, with cameras repeatedly cutting to the stars in the stands as the teams vied for a place in the semi‑finals. Social‑media posts from the celebrities and Baigorria amplified the match’s global reach, underscoring the World Cup’s power to merge sport with entertainment.

The convergence of football, film and music at the Los Angeles venue exemplified the tournament’s cultural impact beyond the pitch.