The most prestigious match in international football will be the last of the 104 matches that will be played in the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
About 1.5 billion people watched the 2022 World Cup final, according to FIFA organizers, who said the figure represented an increase from the total of 1.12 billion in 2018.
Fans will be hoping for a repeat of the electric drama of the masterpiece from four years ago, when Argentina beat France on penalties after the 3-3 draw in Lusail.
Here are the key details you need to know about the 2026 World Cup final, including the date, kick-off time and halftime show details.
When is the 2026 World Cup final? Confirmed date
The World Cup final will take place on Sunday, July 19, 2026.
What time is the 2026 World Cup final?
The match starts at 20:00 BST. Here’s how this translates into different territories.
| Date | BST start time | eastern time | P.T. |
| Sunday, July 19 | 20:00 | 15:00 | 12:00 |
Where will the 2026 World Cup final be?
The game will take place in the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, which has a capacity for almost 81,000 people.
The spectacular venue is home to NFL teams the New York Giants and New York Jets and will host its eighth game in the finals, averaging more than three goals per game.
Matches held at this venue include five-time champion Brazil’s record group stage draw with Morocco and quarter-final loss to Norway.
France beat Sweden and Senegal at MetLife Stadium, which was the scene of Ecuador’s surprise victory over four-time champion Germany during the group stage.
Final of the 2026 World Cup: last halftime show
The first halftime show of a World Cup final will last between 20 and 25 minutes.
Justin Bieber will headline alongside Madonna, Shakira and the Korean band BTS in a show that, according to FIFA, will combine “football, music and social impact.”
Nigerian artist Burna Boy will also perform alongside Coldplay, Venezuelan director Gustavo Dudamel and the PS 22 Choir.
Characters from Sesame Street and The Muppets will be part of the show.
