Jason Sudeikis Kicks Off FIFA World Cup 2026 with a Bang

Jason Sudeikis, star of the hit series 'Ted Lasso', helped kick off the FIFA World Cup matches in Los Angeles, introducing the flags of the 48 participating nations to a crowd of 70,000 fans.

On the field of SoFi Stadium, Sudeikis emphasized the unity and excitement of the tournament, saying 'if there's one thing we know, it's that when we come together, something special happens.'

The ceremony featured a star-studded attendance, including Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt, Jamie Foxx, and Owen Wilson, making Sudeikis a fitting choice to participate in the opening ceremony.

As the star of 'Ted Lasso', Sudeikis has played a lovable American football coach leading a European soccer team, and his appearance at the World Cup suggests he may attend more matches, possibly alongside fellow Big Slick fundraiser co-hosts Eric Stonestreet, Heidi Gardner, Paul Rudd, Rob Riggle, and David Koechner.

Sudeikis also stars in Visa's global 'Tap In' advertising campaign for the World Cup, further solidifying his connection to the tournament.