The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to conclude with a grand closing ceremony at the New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday, 19 July. The event, which kicks off at 20:30 Mecca time, will serve as the finale for the largest tournament in the history of the sport.
This historic competition has spanned three host countries and 16 host cities, featuring a record 48 teams. The ceremony will highlight this global reach while celebrating the 23rd edition of the tournament, which has inspired a new generation of football fans worldwide. A significant focus of the celebration will be the strong representation of Arab nations, including Qatar, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Egypt.
The entertainment lineup for the show includes global stars Tom Cruise, Laura Pausini, Nicole Scherzinger, Robbie Williams, and IShowSpeed. Additionally, award-winning singer Jennifer Hudson is scheduled to perform the United States national anthem immediately before the tournament's final match begins.
