The definitive list: Meet the "cheer squad of love" supporting Argentina's first match

Antonela Roccuzzo is set to attend her sixth World Cup, accompanying Lionel Messi as he prepares for what is expected to be his final tournament in 2026. Having been with Messi since his first World Cup in 2006, Roccuzzo, now 38, has built her own global profile in lifestyle and luxury brands while raising their three sons. This World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada holds significant meaning for both, marking Messi's likely farewell from international play at age 39.

Singer Tini Stoessel is also expected to be a prominent figure, supporting her boyfriend, Inter Miami player Rodrigo De Paul. The couple, who reconciled in March 2025 after a brief separation, are rumored to be planning a wedding for December 2026. Stoessel previously accompanied De Paul to the Qatar World Cup in 2022 and has been a vocal supporter of his career.

The "cheer squad of love" also includes other partners of the Argentine squad. Magdalena Alcacer, a physiotherapist, will be there for midfielder Giovanni Lo Celso, whom she met in Rosario in 2016. They have a three-year-old daughter, Emilia, and currently reside in Seville. Bailarina Muriel López Benítez, who has known Manchester United player Lisandro Martínez since they were 14, will also be present. She shares her life with him in the UK and documents their routines online.

Bárbara Occhiuzzi, described as having a sophisticated style, is the partner of Nahuel Molina. The article highlights the strong support system these women provide to the players as Argentina aims for success in the upcoming World Cup.