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Grapevine's Post Malone to headline 2026 FIFA World Cup Closing Ceremony
By Charles Nichelson and Max Molski at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local
· July 15, 2026
· 3 min read
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Final is this Sunday, July 19, at New York New Jersey (MetLife) Stadium. Spain will take on the winner of Argentina and England in Atlanta. Before the game, FIFA’s closing ceremony will be headlined by Grapevine’s own Post Malone. The ceremony will start around 12:30 CST. ...
Key takeaway The ceremony will start around 12:30 CST.
Why this matters in Frisco News
As Grapevine's Post Malone takes the stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup Closing Ceremony, North Texas can claim a stake in the global spectacle. The ceremony's timing, starting around 12:30 CST, means local fans can tune in before the big game, and with Post Malone's performance designed to celebrate the tournament's journey, it's a chance for the region to shine on an international stage. Given Post Malone's previous experience performing at high-profile events, such as the Dallas Cowboys' Thanksgiving game, it's likely he'll bring a similar energy to the closing ceremony. The fact that he's sharing the stage with other big names, including Tom Cruise and Jennifer Hudson, underscores the prestige of the event, and his involvement is a testament to the region's thriving music scene. With the eyes of the world on the FIFA World Cup, Post Malone's performance will be a source of local pride, and fans in Frisco and beyond will be watching to see how he represents his hometown on the global stage.
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Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local ·
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What is this story about? The 2026 FIFA World Cup Final is this Sunday, July 19, at New York New Jersey (MetLife) Stadium. Spain will take on the winner of Argentina and England in Atlanta. Before the game, FIFA’s closing ceremony will be headlined by Grapevine’s own Post Malone. The ceremony will start around 12:30 CST. ...
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