Historic Event Ends with Closing Ceremony Before Final
The star-studded celebration will be headed up by Tom Cruise, Laura Pausini, Nicole Scherzinger, Robbie Williams and IShowSpeed.
The final of the biggest World Cup™ ever will be celebrated on a spectacular scale on Sunday, July 19, 2026, with an unforgettable conclusion at New York New Jersey Stadium in preparation for the 2026 Final.
- The closing ceremony starts 90 minutes before the match starts at 1:30 p.m. local time.
- Tom Cruise, Laura Pausini, Laura Scherzinger, Robbie Williams and IShowSpeed are just a few of the international superstars scheduled to headline.
- Jennifer Hudson has been selected to perform the national anthem of the United States at the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final.
The final of the biggest sporting event ever held has drawn to a close, and FIFA has crafted an eventful finale that will cap the extraordinary trajectories of every one of the 48 nations fielding teams in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The event is scheduled before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final at New York New Jersey Stadium and kicks off a historic tournament featuring 16 Host Cities across three countries.
Laura Pausini, Nicole Scherzinger, Robbie Williams, as well as internet sensation IShowSpeed, will perform at the fun-filled party, which will also see Tom Cruise appearing on site. They're together, and both will contribute to an unforgettable occasion before the biggest game in football.
Academy Award, Emmy Award, Grammy Award and Tony Award-winning singer Jennifer Hudson will sing the United States National Anthem during kick-off before the game. In a game that is one of the most awaited ever in football, her performance can be expected to make a difference.
The ceremony will showcase the spirit of the FIFA World Cup 2026 – its passion, unity, and the world's spirit. It is the biggest tournament in its history with new records of attendance and viewership, and it has inspired millions of young football fans worldwide. FIFA also announced that additional artists and special guests will be coming in the days following the big event.
As the opening ceremony brought the world together to the greatest stage in Canada and the United States, the closing ceremony will take the FIFA World Cup 2026 full circle through music, culture and football, before we usher in the highly anticipated match that crowns the champions of this groundbreaking tournament," said Heimo Schirgi, Chief Operating Officer – FIFA World Cup 2026.
The pre-match celebrations encourage supporters to be at the final before the match starts. Stadium gates open at 11:00 a.m. local time to allow everyone to enjoy exclusive activities, entertainment, and interactive experiences ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final, which officially kicks off at 1:30 p.m.