
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will not only be a stage for the biggest names in football. As the tournament heads to North America, attention is also expected to turn toward the partners and families supporting many of the game’s leading players from the stands.
From established entrepreneurs and models to influencers, podcasters, former athletes and long-time family figures, the WAGs connected to World Cup stars are likely to become a major part of the conversation around the tournament. Their presence adds another layer of human interest to an event already packed with storylines.
Brazil and Portugal bring major off-field attention
Brazil’s squad is always followed closely, and Neymar’s return to the World Cup spotlight would naturally bring renewed attention to Bruna Biancardi. The Brazilian model and influencer has been linked with Neymar for several years, with their relationship often drawing interest from fans and media alike.
Portugal will also attract headlines beyond the pitch thanks to Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez. Georgina has become one of the most recognizable football partners in the world, building her own public profile through fashion, entertainment appearances and a massive social media following. If Ronaldo features at the 2026 World Cup, her presence is expected to be closely followed as well.
Another Portuguese name to watch is Ines Tomaz, the wife of Bernardo Silva. Known as a model and influencer, she has built a quieter but elegant public image while supporting one of Portugal’s most creative midfielders.
Long-lasting football love stories
Argentina offers one of football’s most familiar family stories through Lionel Messi and Antonela Roccuzzo. The couple have known each other since childhood in Rosario and have built a family life that has often been admired by fans around the world. Their long relationship remains one of the most enduring stories connected to modern football.
Germany also has several well-known partnerships. Joshua Kimmich and Lina Kimmich have grown their family while Kimmich continues to be a key figure for club and country. Kai Havertz and Sophia Weber, who have known each other since their younger years in Aachen, are another couple likely to attract interest if Germany make a strong run in 2026.
Influencers, podcasters and professionals in the spotlight
The Netherlands, Belgium and Spain also have off-field personalities who could draw attention during the tournament. Micky van de Ven has been linked with English model Ella Buffin, while Kevin De Bruyne’s wife Michele Lacroix has built her own profile, including work in podcasting.
Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois is married to Israeli model Mishel Gerzig, another figure with a strong public following. Meanwhile, Spanish teenager Lamine Yamal has generated media attention not only for his football but also for reports surrounding his personal life and public appearances away from the pitch.
Other names often mentioned around major tournaments include Natalia Becker, wife of Brazil goalkeeper Alisson Becker, and Agustina Gandolfo, the entrepreneur and fitness-focused partner of Argentina forward Lautaro Martinez. Their careers and public profiles show how modern football families often have stories that extend well beyond matchdays.
A bigger World Cup story beyond the field
World Cups have always been about more than 90 minutes of football. The families, partners and personal stories around players help shape the atmosphere of the tournament. In 2026, with matches taking place across the United States, Canada and Mexico, the spotlight is likely to be even brighter.
For fans, the WAGs of World Cup 2026 will add glamour, emotion and personality to the event. Their support from the stands, public appearances and individual careers will help create a wider story around the biggest football tournament on the planet.

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