The performance will take place before what is expected to become the largest sporting event finale in history, as Spain and Argentina prepare to meet in the championship match. Kickoff is scheduled for 3 P.M., while the closing ceremony begins at 1:30 p.m. local time, 90 minutes before the match starts.
FIFA confirmed that the Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Award winner will deliver a special rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner" in front of a global audience expected to reach hundreds of millions of viewers.
Jennifer Hudson performs onstage at the 51st AFI Lifetime Achievement Award: A Tribute Celebrating Eddie Murphy at Dolby Theatre on April 18, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images
The singer arrives at the World Cup Final after recently performing "God Bless America" at the 2026 MLB All-Star Game in Philadelphia, a performance that drew widespread attention across social media and served as a high-profile lead-up to her appearance at football's biggest event.
Star-Studded FIFA World Cup 2026 Closing Ceremony
FIFA confirmed performances from Laura Pausini, Nicole Scherzinger, Robbie Williams and internet personality IShowSpeed, while actor Tom Cruise will make a special appearance during the show.
The final will also feature the FIFA World Cup's first-ever halftime show. The production is being organized by Coldplay frontman Chris Martin and is expected to include performances by Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira and BTS.
The 2026 tournament opened with performances from Shakira and Burna Boy, while Katy Perry, Future, Ellie Goulding, Michael Bublé and Alanis Morissette also appeared during events connected to the competition.
The Chicago native became the youngest woman and the third African-American recipient of the prestigious EGOT, having won an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Award.
Hudson later portrayed music icon Aretha Franklin in the biographical film "Respect" and currently hosts "The Jennifer Hudson Show."
The World Cup Final anthem performance adds another major stage to that list.
Fans attending the final have been encouraged to arrive early to participate in activities planned throughout the venue.
By the time Hudson steps to the microphone to sing the national anthem, the stage will already be set for one of the biggest moments in World Cup history.
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