Tom Cruise and Timothée Chalamet Attend 2026 FIFA World Cup Final in New Jersey

Star-Studded Attendance at MetLife Stadium

The final match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup drew a massive crowd of celebrities, athletes, and dignitaries to the New York-New Jersey Stadium. Beyond Chalamet and Cruise, the list of attendees included Matt Damon and his wife Luciana Barroso, Jay-Z and Beyonce, David and Victoria Beckham, Rihanna, Dua Lipa and Callum Turner, Ariana Grande, Anya Taylor-Joy, Javier Bardem, Will Ferrell, Kevin Hart, Serena Williams, Pharrell Williams, Jon Hamm, Adrien Brody, Trevor Noah, Richard Gere, Jason Sudeikis, Julia Garner, Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union, Rob Gronkowski, Gayle King, Anna Wintour, MrBeast, Michael Rubin, Mason Thames, and Mckenna Grace.

The event also served as a gathering for sports stars. Knicks star Jalen Brunson and his wife Ali appeared on the FIFA Gold Carpet before the game. Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart, whose home stadium hosted the match, appeared on the FIFA Gold Carpet and predicted a win for Spain. Additionally, Spurs star Victor Wembanyama was in attendance. U.S. President Donald Trump also attended the match at MetLife Stadium, with plans to help present the trophy to either Spain or Argentina alongside FIFA president Gianni Infantino.

Tom Cruise’s Opening Address and Pre-Match Role

Tom Cruise, who is currently promoting his upcoming film Digger, played a central role in the pre-match festivities as he took to the field to deliver an inspiring opening address ahead of 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 countries across them and from every corner of the globe, we have witnessed greatness. And we have shared in moments of joy, moments of hope and moments we will never forget.”

Football is a language spoken without words, a force that unites people, that turns strangers into friends and reminds us of what we all have in common. As we gather for one final chapter, let us celebrate a tournament that brought the world together. Let us celebrate each other. This is football. This is unity. This is greatness. Calling

Timothée Chalamet’s Ceremonial Match Ball Duty

Oscar nominee Timothée Chalamet took on a special ceremonial role of bringing out the match ball. The actor was joined by his girlfriend, Kylie Jenner. This appearance follows a history of professional inspiration between the two actors. In previous reports, it was noted that Chalamet considers Top Gun to be izlediği en iyi filmlerden biri (one of the best films he has watched). Chalamet has also credited Cruise with providing him with professional guidance, including an email containing the names of stunt trainers to help him prepare for action scenes. Chalamet described Cruise’s advice as bir savaş çığlığı gibi (like a battle cry), noting that Cruise encouraged him to continue training in dance and fight skills, which are rare in the modern era.

2026 World Cup Closing Ceremony and Final Outcome

The final match, which saw Spain lift the trophy, marked the conclusion of the 2026 tournament. While the event drew significant attention for its celebrity guest list, the ceremony itself received mixed reviews. The National reported that the closing ceremony, which featured appearances by Cruise and IShowSpeed, was described as “underwhelming” by some observers, contrasting with the more favorable reception of the halftime show featuring Madonna, Shakira, and BTS. The gathering of high-profile names in East Rutherford highlighted the scale of the 2026 tournament, with celebrities appearing both in the stands and in official ceremonial capacities.

Sources: Cumhuriyet, thenationalnews.com.