World Cup 2026 — Opening Ceremony Artists

A global music celebration across Mexico, the United States, and Canada

Closing Ceremony Before the Match

A global music celebration live from the World Cup Final.

Post Malone

Headlining the main pre-match show.

Robbie Williams, Laura Pausini & Nicole Scherzinger

Performing “Desire”, the official FIFA anthem.

🎶 Robbie Williams Radio ↗️

Jennifer Hudson

Singing the U.S. national anthem.

Special Guests

Actor Tom Cruise and popular streamer IShowSpeed ​​will make special appearances during this block.

World Cup Final 2026

Live closing ceremony

Global broadcast • i3radio

Historic Halftime Show During the Break

An unprecedented mix of pop icons, orchestras and global culture.

Shakira & Burna Boy

Performing “Dai Dai”, the official tournament song.

💃 Shakira Radio ↗️ 🔥 Burna Boy Radio ↗️

Madonna, Justin Bieber & BTS

Pop icons leading the halftime stage.

🎧 Madonna Radio ↗️ 🎧 Justin Bieber Radio ↗️ 🎧 BTS Radio ↗️

Coldplay & PS22 Chorus

Adding the emotional and choral dimension.

🌈 Coldplay Radio ↗️

Pop culture guests

The Muppets characters (such as Kermit and Miss Piggy) and the cast of Sesame Street will also participate, as the show seeks to raise funds for children's access to global education.

Halftime Spectacular

Live from the World Cup Final

Global broadcast • i3radio

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Mexico — Estadio Azteca

📅 Date: June 11, 2026

Mexico will open the tournament with a vibrant ceremony blending Latin American culture, folklore, and global pop influences.

✅ Confirmed Artists
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United States — Los Angeles

📅 Date: June 12, 2026

The U.S. ceremony will deliver a high‑impact, pop‑driven show with global mainstream appeal.

✅ Confirmed Artists
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Canada — Toronto

📅 Date: June 12, 2026

Canada’s ceremony will highlight its multicultural identity through a diverse lineup of internationally recognized artists.

✅ Confirmed Artists
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World Cup Final — Halftime Show

📅 Date: July 19, 2026

For the first time in World Cup history, the final will include a halftime show.

✅ Headliners

Curated by Chris Martin (Coldplay) in partnership with Global Citizen.

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