World Cup 2026 Closing Ceremony and Halftime Show: A Star-Studded Spectacle
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to dazzle fans with a pregame closing ceremony featuring top entertainment stars. Scheduled for July 19 at 1:30 p.m. ET, the show will include appearances by Tom Cruise, performances by Post Malone, Robbie Williams, Nicole Scherzinger, Laura Pausini, and IShowSpeed, who released the song "World Cup (Champions)" at the tournament's start. Jennifer Hudson will sing the U.S. national anthem before the final game at New York New Jersey Stadium, with gates opening at 11 a.m.
Fans attending the match are encouraged to arrive early as the ceremony kicks off 90 minutes before the game starts. FOX will broadcast a four-hour pregame show from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The halftime show will feature a star-studded lineup including Shakira, Madonna, BTS, and Justin Bieber, curated by Chris Martin of Coldplay. Burna Boy and Gustavo Dudamel are also set to perform during the halftime show.
The closing ceremony and halftime show promise to be spectacular events, adding to the excitement of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience!