2026 World Cup final pits Spain against Argentina with live musical performances

Spain and Argentina will meet in the championship match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, set to take place on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Both teams advanced to the final after winning their respective semi‑finals on Thursday, with Spain defeating Brazil 2‑1 on penalties and Argentina overcoming France 3‑2 in regular time. The final, broadcast to a global audience of more than a billion viewers, marks the first World Cup final for Spain since their 2010 triumph and the third appearance for Argentina since their 1986 victory.

The opening ceremony will feature live musical performances, with an international lineup scheduled to play before kickoff and during the half‑time interval. Organizers have confirmed that the pre‑match act will include a collaboration between Spanish pop star Rosalía and Argentine folk ensemble Los Auténticos Decadentes, while the half‑time show will spotlight a fusion of contemporary and traditional music from both nations. The performances are intended to celebrate the cultural ties of the competing countries and enhance the spectacle of the tournament’s concluding match.