The 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America has become a magnet for A-listers, with Patrick Mahomes and Jay Z among the marquee names spotted at matches. The tournament kicked off with celebrities filling the stands at Team USA's opening game in Los Angeles, setting the tone for widespread star attendance throughout the competition.

MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey will host the final, while 16 cities across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico stage matches. The U.S. leads with the most host venues, followed by Mexico's three cities and Canada's pair in Toronto and Vancouver. Tom Cruise made his presence known at the U.S. team's opener alongside David and Victoria Beckham.

Jay Z watched Argentina face Algeria, and Travis Scott appeared for Brazil's match against Morocco alongside IShow Speed. Boxing star Canelo Alvarez turned up for Mexico's game with South Africa, showing how the World Cup draws athletes from across sports.

Fresh NBA champions Deuce Mc Bride, Mikal Bridges and OG Anunoby attended France's clash with Senegal, while Ryan Reynolds supported Canada against Bosnia and Herzegovina. Their presence underscores the tournament's cultural reach beyond traditional soccer fans.

The celebrity turnout reflects North America's unique position as host, merging sports and entertainment in ways previous World Cups haven't matched.