Star-studded guest list! Brad Pitt, Penélope Cruz, and Noel Gallagher attend Spain vs Belgium clash.

The players certainly lived up to the occasion, treating their star-studded audience to a truly thrilling first half.

Details: The World Cup quarterfinal between Spain and Belgium caught the eye not just of football fans, but also international celebrities.

It’s been confirmed that several high-profile personalities are watching from the stands. Among the guests at the stadium are Hollywood actor Brad Pitt, Oscar-winner Penélope Cruz, and musician and former Oasis member Noel Gallagher.

The presence of these global icons from film and music only adds to the prestige of one of the tournament’s most anticipated matches, which has brought not just the strongest national teams, but also some of football’s most famous fans, to the stadium.

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