From Call of Duty to FIFA World Cup fame: Stories behind football's power couples
Sneha Kumari | Jun 11, 2026, 14:31 IST
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup takes center stage, several football partners are attracting attention for achievements beyond the game. From modeling and entrepreneurship to acting, influencing, and gaming, these women have built successful careers and loyal fan bases, proving they're much more than familiar faces supporting football's biggest stars.
Image credit : Instagram | The WAGs Who Turned World Cup Fame Into Global Success
Football fans, the wait is finally over! Yes, and the FIFA World Cup is all about nostalgia, goals, dramatic celebrations and the iconic football heroes trying to make history. But let's be honest, apart from the penalties and goals, there is another group that always catches fans' attention during the tournament, and it is the WAGs.
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It's a short form of "wives and girlfriends", and this term once referred simply to the partners of football stars. Well, today, however, many of these women are influencers, actors, athletes, and creators with fan bases of their own.
So, before the 2026 FIFA World Cup officially kicks off across North America, let's have a quick look at these 6 women who are proving that they are much more than a familiar face in the stands.
Well, if there is someone who understands how to turn the opportunity into a global moment, then it is Georgina Rodríguez for sure. The 32-year-old Argentine-Spanish model did a regular job and dreamt of building a better future long before becoming one of the most recognisable faces in football circles.
And today she is a model, an entrepreneur, a reality TV star and one of the most-followed football partners in the world. Interestingly, most of the people think Georgina's identity is often built around Cristiano Ronaldo's fame, but many do not know about her Netflix-style reality series, luxury fashion appearances and massive social media presence.
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It's a short form of "wives and girlfriends", and this term once referred simply to the partners of football stars. Well, today, however, many of these women are influencers, actors, athletes, and creators with fan bases of their own.
So, before the 2026 FIFA World Cup officially kicks off across North America, let's have a quick look at these 6 women who are proving that they are much more than a familiar face in the stands.
Well, if there is someone who understands how to turn the opportunity into a global moment, then it is Georgina Rodríguez for sure. The 32-year-old Argentine-Spanish model did a regular job and dreamt of building a better future long before becoming one of the most recognisable faces in football circles.
And today she is a model, an entrepreneur, a reality TV star and one of the most-followed football partners in the world. Interestingly, most of the people think Georgina's identity is often built around Cristiano Ronaldo's fame, but many do not know about her Netflix-style reality series, luxury fashion appearances and massive social media presence.
Antonela Roccuzzo : The childhood sweetheart everyone loves
Well, whether she is attending award ceremonies or sharing family moments online, fans appreciate her authenticity, which is quite a rare quality in today's social media world.
Agustina Gandolfo: Fitness, family and entrepreneurship
Well, alongside being Martinez's partner, she also balances her career goals with her family responsibilities. This is quite relatable to the young audience who are trying to navigate their work-life balance in a world that is constantly connected.
Image credit : Instagram | The Stories Behind Football's Power Couples
Bruna Biancardi: The social media generation's football power couple
But her relationship with Neymar brought additional attention to her career. However, she is also known for how she connects with her followers through relatable content, travel updates and glimpses into everyday life.
Fernanda Serrano: The gamer who found love online
Nobody ever thought that what started as an online gaming friendship eventually turned into a real-life romance.
One of the most celebrated couples in the football world is Chloe Ortolano and US football star Gio Reyna, who share their passion for the sport, as not every football love story starts in the stands.Chloe Ortolano: The footballer who fell for a footballer
Unlike other celeb couples, their pair keep much of their relationship private, a rarity in the age of constant content and oversharing. This is one of those moments that remind fans that sometimes the strongest connections happen away from the spotlight.
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