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World Cup commentators confuse Pharrell with A$AP Rocky during final

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 11:30 AM

Last updated Jul 22, 2026

World Cup commentators confuse Pharrell with A$AP Rocky during final

Summary

During the 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, commentators made notable errors by confusing Pharrell Williams with A$AP Rocky. The faux pas occurred as cameras showed Williams in the crowd, prompting one commentator to identify him incorrectly. Additionally, Matt Damon was mistakenly introduced as Brad Pitt, leading to social media reactions regarding the errors. Despite Spain securing a 1-0 victory, the commentary mix-ups captured significant attention. Following the match, President Donald Trump faced criticism for his actions during the trophy presentation.

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By the Numbers

•Spain defeats Argentina 1-0 in the World Cup final.
•Commentators mistakenly identify Pharrell as A$AP Rocky.
•Matt Damon is incorrectly introduced as Brad Pitt.
•Social media reacts humorously to the commentary errors.
•Trump's presence at the trophy ceremony draws boos from the crowd.

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11:30 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup Commentators Confuse Pharrell With A$AP Rocky

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The commentators during Sunday’s 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina have gone viral after mixing up the identities The World Cup Commentators Confuse Pharrell With A$AP Rocky first appeared on The Blast
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