Believe it or not, World Cup mania will soon be at an end—though the tournament’s final match has given us a lot to look forward to. Here, find everything you need to know about Sunday’s big game—from where it is, to who’s set to take the field during the World Cup’s first-ever halftime show.
Where and when is the 2026 World Cup final?
The 2026 World Cup final will take place on Sunday, July 19, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ (just outside New York City). Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. EST.
Who’s playing in the 2026 World Cup final?
After today’s thrilling face-off between England and Argentina, it will be the Argentines going head-to-head with Spain this weekend.
Who will be featured in the World Cup’s halftime performance?
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Coldplay’s Chris Martin was tasked with curating the World Cup’s maiden halftime show, and he over-delivered. Sunday’s performance will feature Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber, and BTS as co-headliners, with Burna Boy, Gustavo Dudamel, the PS 22 Chorus, Coldplay, and…several Muppets also making appearances. The whole thing is set to run between 11 and 20 minutes.
How can I watch the 2026 World Cup final?
The 2026 World Cup final will be available to stream live and on-demand via FOX One and FOX Sports, while Spanish speakers can catch the action on Telemundo or stream it via Peacock.
