Jennifer Hudson, Nicole Scherzinger, Robbie Williams To Headline World Cup Closing Ceremony

FIFA has revealed the star-studded lineup for the 2026 World Cup closing ceremony on July 19th at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Jennifer Hudson will perform a special rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner” before kickoff. Nicole Scherzinger, Laura Pausini, Robbie Williams, and streamer IShowSpeed will perform during the pre-match celebration, with Tom Cruise making a special appearance. The ceremony will “celebrate the 48 teams’ unforgettable journey,” according to FIFA. The halftime show will feature co-headliners BTS, Justin Bieber, Madonna, and Shakira, curated by Coldplay’s Chris Martin. The final will be contested by winners of the July 14 and July 15 semifinals, featuring Argentina, England, France, and Spain.