Adult film stars Mia Khalifa and Lana Rhoades 'appear' at US vs. Paraguay match via AI
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- A viral image appearing to show adult film stars Mia Khalifa and Lana Rhoades at a US vs. Paraguay soccer match was revealed to be AI-generated.
- Mia Khalifa confirmed the image was fake, noting she wouldn't wear a Team USA cap.
- Lana Rhoades humorously shared the AI image, playing along with the viral moment.
A viral image circulating online, purportedly showing adult film stars Mia Khalifa and Lana Rhoades in the stands during the United States' 4-1 victory over Paraguay in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, has been debunked as an artificial intelligence creation. The image gained traction on social media, sparking discussion among fans.
However, the authenticity of the photograph was quickly questioned and subsequently disproven. Mia Khalifa herself addressed the image on the social media platform X, stating, "It's AI, I wouldn't have a Team USA cap." Her comment directly refuted the image's legitimacy and highlighted a detail that indicated its fabricated nature.
It's AI, I wouldn't have a Team USA cap.
Lana Rhoades, also featured in the AI-generated image, responded with humor. She shared the photograph on her social media, captioning it with "went to support my country at the World Cup," playfully engaging with the viral phenomenon despite its falsity. The image had generated various reactions across social media platforms during the match, which saw the US team, managed by Mauricio Pochettino, secure a strong win, with Folarin Balogun notably scoring two goals.
The incident serves as a recent example of how artificial intelligence can be used to create convincing, yet entirely fabricated, visual content that can spread rapidly online, particularly in the context of popular sporting events.
went to support my country at the World Cup
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Originally published by Cooperativa in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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