FIFA announces World Cup closing ceremony performers

On July 14, FIFA announced that the 2026 FIFA World Cup closing ceremony will be held at New York New Jersey Stadium before the final, with several stars participating in the performance.

As the largest sporting event in history draws to a close, the 2026 FIFA World Cup closing ceremony will take place on July 19 at New York New Jersey Stadium before the final match. The ceremony will celebrate the unforgettable journey of 48 teams across three host nations and 16 host cities.

The star-studded show will include performances by Laura Pausini, Nicole Scherzinger, Robbie Williams, and IShowSpeed, with a special appearance by Tom Cruise. A host of world-class figures from the music and entertainment fields will come together to deliver an unforgettable pre-match celebration.

Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award winner Jennifer Hudson will perform the U.S. national anthem before the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. As one of the world's most acclaimed performers, Hudson's powerful rendition will set the stage for football's biggest spectacle and the most anticipated moment of the tournament.

The closing ceremony will showcase the passion, emotion, and global spirit embodied by the 23rd FIFA World Cup. This tournament, the first to feature 48 teams, has broken numerous records and inspired a new generation of children worldwide to pursue their dreams. More artists and special guests will be announced in the coming days.

Heimo Schirgi, Chief Operating Officer of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, stated, "The opening ceremonies welcomed the world to this great stage in Canada, Mexico, and the United States, and the closing ceremony will continue this spirit. Through music, culture, and football, the 2026 FIFA World Cup will conclude with a grand finale before crowning the champion of this groundbreaking tournament."

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