Global music superstar Post Malone will headline the FIFA World Cup 2026 closing ceremony, delivering a performance that will usher in the final at New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday.
Produced in creative partnership with Balich Wonder Studio, the closing ceremony will start at 1:30 PM, 90 minutes before kick-off, and fuse world-class entertainment and football in a moment that unites the world. At its centre, Post Malone will deliver a headline performance befitting the scale of the occasion. Known for redefining genres and commanding the world’s biggest stages, he will step into a defining cultural moment before football’s next champions are crowned.
“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,” said FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
“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.”
Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber and BTS will co-headline the historic FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Halftime Show. The performance will be curated by Chris Martin of Coldplay and broadcast live to fans around the world.
Over one billion people worldwide are expected to watch the World Cup final game on TV between Spain and Argentina.
