Soccer stars and celebrities enjoy World Cup match together

London – Big names from the worlds of music and television flocked to the stadium as England kicked off their World Cup campaign in a lackluster 0-0 draw against Ghana. The result left supporters—and the celebrities in attendance—scratching their heads.

A well-known folk band, fresh from a high-energy concert, made a quick pivot to the match, their laughter filling a VIP section before fading as the match’s goalless finish set in. One of their members had joked the night before about Scotland’s weather, fueling playful blame that the Scots may have cursed the game with their mere presence.

As the minutes ticked by without fireworks, other stars arrived to enjoy the spectacle. A leading man from a fantasy series, celebrated for his swordplay, took his seat courtside, while a prominent TV actress shared the experience online. Her photo captured a retired soccer icon with his young son, both looking unimpressed as England failed to break through.

A night out at the stadium might have been a fun escape from work for the father and child, but the frustration of missed chances hung in the air. Still, big events like this have a way of uniting stars across industries—for better or worse.