Sir David Beckham and wife Victoria watched the World Cup final from the stands at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, joined by sons Romeo and Cruz and their girlfriends—but their eldest son, Brooklyn, remained on the other side of the country, watching Spain take on Argentina from the comfort of his sofa in Los Angeles.
David, looking slick in a navy suit, and Victoria, in a relaxed white vest top and jeans, shared laughs with Hollywood A-lister Tom Cruise, who gave a rousing speech ahead of kick-off at the packed stadium. Romeo, 23, was accompanied by his partner Kim Turnbull, 25, while Cruz, 21, sat with his girlfriend Jackie Apostel, 30. Other stars in attendance included Matt Damon, Will Ferrell, Robbie Williams, Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner.
“Brooklyn Beckham watched the World Cup final from his LA sofa while his parents and brothers attended the game in New Jersey.”
Brooklyn’s absence underscores a bitter family rift that first erupted publicly at the beginning of the year, when he released an extraordinary statement accusing his mother of “hijacking” his wedding to Nicola Peltz and his parents of valuing “Brand Beckham” over family relationships. Despite numerous olive branches on social media, Brooklyn is said to be insisting that his parents contact him only through his lawyers. His wife, Nicola, posted a picture of him watching the game at home in Los Angeles.
The Beckhams were left devastated earlier in the tournament when England fell to a late defeat against Argentina in the semi-final. David sank his face into his hands in the stands as the South American side fought back from a goal down to win it at the death. The family was seen enjoying the final together, but the absence of Brooklyn served as a stark reminder of the public fracture that shows no sign of healing.
