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Post Malone, Cruise to Headline World Cup Closing

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The World Cup closing ceremony will feature a star-studded lineup including rapper-singer Post Malone, actor Tom Cruise, and streamer IShowSpeed. The event, scheduled for 90 minutes before Sunday's final, aims to "celebrate the 48 teams' unforgettable journey" across 16 host cities in Canada, Mexico, and the United States.

Cruise, who previously appeared at the Paris Olympics closing ceremony, is listed for a "special appearance." IShowSpeed, a frequent streamer of matches, will perform. The ceremony will also include performances by Italian singer Laura Pausini, Nicole Scherzinger of the Pussycat Dolls, and British singer Robbie Williams. Jennifer Hudson will perform the U.S. national anthem.

FIFA Chief Operating Officer Heimo Schirgi stated the ceremony will "bring the FIFA World Cup 2026 full circle through music, culture and football." The event, produced in partnership with Balich Wonder Studio, will take place at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, beginning at 1:30 p.m. ET, with kickoff at 3 p.m. ET.