SouthernWorldwide.com – The final group stage match for Team USA in the 2026 FIFA World Cup may not have had significant implications for either participating team, but the spirit of patriotism was undeniably strong for the home country. Second Lady Usha Vance was among a multitude of notable figures present at the Los Angeles Stadium on Thursday night.
As the U.S. national anthem echoed through the stadium, with both players and fans joining in a unified rendition, the FOX Sports broadcast captured Vance in a suite, beaming with a wide smile as “The Star-Spangled Banner” concluded.
Vance’s attendance at the match came just two days after FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s announcement that President Donald Trump would be the one to present the World Cup trophy to the victorious team at the final in New Jersey on July 19.
Vance’s presence was just the beginning of the celebrity turnout in Inglewood. Paris Hilton was observed presenting the match ball prior to kick-off. Subsequently, cameras began to focus on the numerous high-profile individuals scattered throughout the crowd.
Among those in attendance were Edward Norton and Brad Pitt, a duo familiar to many film enthusiasts from their iconic collaboration in “Fight Club.” Some social media users even expressed a hopeful sentiment that their discussions might be about a potential sequel to the film.
Additionally, movie star Ashton Kutcher was seen engaging in conversation with Puka Nacua, the standout wide receiver for the Los Angeles Rams. Nacua is intimately familiar with the confines of SoFi Stadium, its name outside of FIFA competition.
Colin Farrell, despite his Irish heritage, was seen sporting a replica Team USA jersey alongside his son in the stands, showing his support for the Stars and Stripes. Leonardo DiCaprio and Scottie Pippen were also among the notable figures spotted in the seating areas.
There has been a remarkable outpouring of support for the USMNT throughout this tournament, from celebrities and the general public alike. The 4-2 victory over Paraguay at the same Los Angeles stadium ignited a frenzy in the stands, as the U.S. made a powerful statement to commence the tournament on home soil for the first time since 1999.
Following that, the team traveled to Seattle, where a 2-0 win against Australia not only secured their spot in the knockout round but also led to a resounding chorus of John Denver’s classic, “Take Me Home, Country Roads,” from everyone in attendance. The USMNT acknowledged their fans after yet another successful match.
The U.S. men’s national team presented a significantly different lineup for Thursday night’s matchup against Türkiye. Nine changes were made to the starting eleven, a decision made after the team had already secured its progression to the knockout stage. The Americans are slated to face Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Round of 32 on July 1.
Regardless of who is on the pitch, some of the nation’s most recognizable names are demonstrating their support for the team that has successfully ignited immense national pride since the tournament’s commencement.
