Get ready for an absolutely insane show, because the 2026 World Cup Final isn't just about Argentina facing Spain on the pitch; it's about to be a full-on global concert event with a lineup that's going to blow your mind. Post Malone is headlining the closing ceremony, set for July 19 at 1:30 ET, right before the championship game kicks off at 3:30 ET from MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J.
Post Malone and a Stage Full of Legends
This isn't Post Malone's first time on a massive sports stage, by the way. The 18-time Grammy nominee already rocked Super Bowl LVIII in 2024 when the San Francisco 49ers played the Kansas City Chiefs. Now, he's bringing that energy to the biggest football game in the world. FIFA President Gianni Infantino even said Post Malone's performance is "designed to celebrate the tournament's journey and ignite the atmosphere" before the final two teams take the field. Infantino hyped the closing ceremony, saying it "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." Talk about high stakes entertainment!The Halftime Show Lineup Is Just Ridiculous
But wait, there's more. A lot more. The World Cup Final is getting its first-ever official FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show, and the names involved are absolutely massive. Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira, AND BTS are all co-headlining that performance. Seriously, how many megastars can you pack onto one stage? Coldplay frontman Chris Martin is curating this landmark extended performance, teaming up with Global Citizen to back the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund. And it doesn't stop there: the closing ceremony will also feature Nicole Scherzinger, Laura Pausini, and Robbie Williams. Megastar Tom Cruise and YouTube's own IShowSpeed are also in the mix! Plus, Jennifer Hudson will sing the national anthem for the final game. It's a celebrity overload! This whole thing feels like a huge moment for these artists too. This game marks Bieber's first major performance since his headlining set at Coachella earlier this year. Madonna, ever the surprise queen, also made a guest appearance during Sabrina Carpenter's headlining set at the same festival. FIFA is clearly going for "more is definitely more" with this final. Mark your calendars for July 19, 2026, because whether you're there for the football or the music, MetLife Stadium is going to be *the* place to be. This is shaping up to be a World Cup Final for the history books, on and off the pitch!This article was created with AI assistance and reviewed by Seattle On Tap editorial staff. Always verify information with official team sources.