In preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup closing ceremony, on Wednesday (7.15) organizers announced that Post Malone will headline the production ahead of the final between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday (7.19.)
Promising viewers that the closing ceremony will “unite music, culture and football on the world’s biggest stage,” FIFA President Gianni Infantino said:
“At a time when sport, culture and global attention converge, Post Malone will deliver a performance designed to celebrate the tournament’s journey and ignite the atmosphere before the world’s attention turns to the two finalists.” “We are thrilled to have so many stars taking to the pitch, from both the football and entertainment worlds. The closing ceremony will set the tone for a historic FIFA World Cup final, uniting the passion of 48 teams, 16 host cities and millions of fans on one unforgettable stage.”
In addition to Malone, the closing event will feature Laura Pausini, Nicole Scherzinger, and Robbie Williams, including a special appearance by Tom Cruise, Jennifer Hudson who will sing the national anthem, and previously confirmed performances by Justin Bieber, Madonna, BTS, and Shakira who will perform during the first-ever FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show.
With conductor Gustavo Dudamel and the PS 22 Chorus also participating, Coldplay’s Chris Martin is “curating” the production,
Help to “improve access to quality education and football” for children around the world, the Halftime Show will raise funds for the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund.
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Author: Al Dente
Photo: Tore Sætre