The closing ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is integrated into the halftime show of the final match, marking the first time in World Cup history that a Super Bowl-style halftime performance will take place. The final will be held at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, branded as New York New Jersey Stadium during the tournament, with kickoff scheduled for 3:00 PM ET and the halftime show expected to start around 3:50 PM ET on July 19, 2026 .