World Cup fans embrace American culture during the tournament
Host Aisha Hasnie and Fox News contributor Joe Concha explore the unique cultural experiences of foreign fans attending the FIFA World Cup in the US. They show viral social media posts of fans discovering American staples like Waffle House and Big Gulps. The hilarious video also features Scottish fans celebrating their team by cheering on the New England venue with the pipes.
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup has arrived in America and soccer fans everywhere are excited for the tournament.
Those football fans include the biggest stars in Hollywood, including Tom Cruise, David Beckham and Katy Perry, all of whom have been seen in the stands during matches.
Whether they played before the games or attended as a fan, the World Cup has attracted many celebrities.
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Tom Cruise and David Beckham
Cruise and Beckham waved to fans as they watched the USA take on Paraguay at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
Tom Cruise and David Beckham were all smiles as they waved to fans sitting next to each other during the World Cup match between the USA and Paraguay in Los Angeles.
The two were later joined by David’s wife, Victoria Beckham, who also enjoyed the game.
Cruise and David were joined by the former soccer player’s wife, Victoria Beckham. (Stu Forster/Getty Images)
“Awesome way to start the World Cup in the US,” David wrote on Instagram alongside his photos from the game. “Congratulations to @pochettino and @usmnt 👏🏼 great to see so many passionate fans on the pitch ❤️⚽️🏆 @fifaworldcup @tomcruise.”
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Katy Perry
Perry performed his song “Wonder” at the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Los Angeles. (Jared C. Tilton – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)
Katy Perry took the stage before the USA vs. Paraguay game in Los Angeles to sing her song “Wonder,” and was joined by Norwegian singer Tius, who performed on the first song.
After her game, Perry was seen watching the game in the stands with her boyfriend, former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
Halle Berry
Berry looked casual in jeans and a cream-colored tank top while attending a dinner hosted by Raising Cane founder and owner Todd Graves. (Raising Cane)
Halle Berry sported jeans and a flowy tank top at a private dinner hosted by Raising Cane owner and founder, Todd Graves, at Alba in West Hollywood, after the World Cup game.
Ryan Reynolds
Reynolds was seen in the crowd at the game between Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina. (Robbie Jay Barratt – AMA/Getty Images)
Ryan Reynolds cheered on his country during one of the first matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The actor, who also owns Wrexham, a professional soccer club in Wales, was seen cheering on Canada as they played Bosnia and Herzegovina at Toronto Stadium.
Shakira
Shakira performed at the opening ceremony of the 2026 World Cup in Mexico City. (Tom Weller/photo alliance via Getty Images)
Shakira brought the house down when she performed at the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico City.
The singer performed the song “Dai Dai” at the event before the match between Mexico and South Africa. This song is the official song of this year’s World Cup, which is the fourth time this singer has been chosen to sing the song of this tournament.
In the past, songs include his songs, “Hips Don’t Lie (Bamboo Mix),” “”Waka Waka (This Time of Africa)” and “La La La.”
Christina Aguilera and Big Sean
Aguilera and Big Sean pose together during a dinner hosted by Raising Cane founder and owner, Todd Graves. (Raising Cane)
Big Sean and Christina Aguilera put their arms around each other at a dinner hosted by Graves, following the World Cup match between the USA and Paraguay.
Salma Hayek
Hayek is the official Global Ambassador for the tournament and gave a speech at the opening ceremony to officially kick off the games. (Sebastian Frej/Getty Images)
Salma Hayek made a statement wearing red pants at the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico City.
The “From Dusk Till Dawn” star, who was born in Mexico, attended the opening ceremony as the official World Ambassador of the tournament.
As part of his role as a Global Ambassador, Hayek gave a speech in Spanish to spectators and attendees to officially kick off the games.
Jamie Foxx
Foxx enjoyed a dinner hosted by Graves at Alba in West Hollywood. (Raising Cane)
Academy Award-winning actor Jamie Foxx attended the Raising Cane dinner in West Hollywood, along with stars like Berry and Aguilera.
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Alanis Morissette
Morissette sang Canada’s national anthem before the World Cup match between Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina. (Ezra Shaw – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)
Singer Alanis Morissette sang the Canadian national anthem before the match between Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina in the World Cup.
Michael Buble
Bublé took the stage to perform during the Parade of Nations in the Canada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina match. (Photos by Charlotte Wilson/Getty Images)
Michael Bublé took the stage at the FIFA World Cup opening ceremony in Toronto, Canada, performing a cover of Sam Cooke’s “Bring It On Home to Me,” accompanied by the Sole Power Choir.
Owen Wilson and Sofía Vergara
Owen Wilson and Sofia Vergara stand together on the sidelines of the World Cup. (Alex Livesey – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)
Owen Wilson and Sofía Vergara were photographed on the sidelines of Team USA’s match against Paraguay at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Los Angeles.
The actor also posted pictures of himself watching the show with his niece, Claudia Vergara, in a private Instagram account. Both wore black tank tops and black sunglasses, with the “Modern Family” star paired with blue denim, while her niece opted for blue jeans.
Dylan Sprouse and Barbara Palvin
Sprouse and Palvin posed with Raising Cane founder Todd Graves’ relatives, Sophia and Charlie Graves. (Raising Cane)
Dylan Sprouse and his wife, Barbara Palvin, watched the USA vs. Paraguay match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Raise Cane’s World Cup Suite in Los Angeles.
Rob Lowe
Lowe was there to cheer on the United States during their opening game against Paraguay. (Michael Buckner/Variety via Getty Images)
Rob Lowe posted photos ahead of the USA v Paraguay match as part of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The actor was seen in the game cheering for America and waving to the fans while in the stands.
Becky G and Shaboozey
Becky G and Shaboozey enjoyed the game from Raise Cane’s World Cup Suite. (Raising Cane)
Musicians Becky G and Shaboozey were all smiles as they watched the USA v Paraguay match at Raising Cane’s World Cup Suite.
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Team USA ended up defeating Paraguay, the final score being 4 to 1.
Becky G wore a black crop top and jeans with a simple snakeskin pattern at the World Cup match. (Raising Cane)
Shaboozey celebrated Team USA’s goal with everyone in Raise Cane’s World Cup Suite. (Raising Cane)
Shaboozey was also photographed jumping around as he celebrated Team USA’s goal with others in the suite, while Becky G posed for a photo on the edge of the suite.
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Is Arnett
Arnett welcomed the crowd to the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada, which is being played against Bosnia and Herzegovina. (Jean Catuffe/Getty Images)
Comedian and actor Will Arnett welcomes the crowd before the match between Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina during the opening ceremony of the FIFA World Cup in Canada.
Paris Hilton
Hilton wore a custom red, white and blue jersey with his last name emblazoned on the back. (Kevin Mazur/Getty Images; Michael Buckner/Variety via Getty Images)
Paris Hilton posed for photos before the FIFA World Cup match between the USA and Paraguay in Los Angeles wearing a custom red, white and blue jersey with her last name emblazoned on the back.
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During the game, Hilton was seen in the crowd cheering on Team USA alongside her husband, Carter Reum, who also wore a custom jersey.
Teyana Taylor
Taylor watched the game alongside Raising Cane’s owner and founder, Todd Graves. (Raisin’ Cane’s)
“One Battle After Another” star Teyona Taylor watched the match between Team USA and Paraguay from the World Cup Raising Cane’s Suite.
Taylor enjoyed watching the game in Raise Cane’s World Cup Suite. (Raisin’ Cane’s)
He was photographed in the house next to Graves, and was also seen holding up a Raising Cane towel with the red, white and blue logo as he watched the game.
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