Excitement Builds for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final with Celebrity Appearances
A Star-Studded Finale Awaits
The upcoming FIFA World Cup final in 2026 promises to be a spectacular event, featuring US President Donald Trump presenting the coveted trophy to the winning team. Trump has expressed a strong desire for the United States to host the tournament exclusively, stating, “You should choose the United States of America again. This time we will leave Canada and Mexico out,” during a meeting with FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
This grand finale will not only showcase football but will also feature performances by renowned artists such as Shakira, Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber, and Chris Martin from Coldplay, ensuring an unforgettable experience for fans.
All eyes will be on Trump as he hands the trophy to either Lionel Messi or Pedri, although neither captain will be permitted to keep the trophy.
The Original Trophy Remains with FIFA
Since its introduction in 1974, the FIFA World Cup trophy has a storied legacy, with strict regulations on who can handle it. The winning team will celebrate with the trophy briefly before it is reclaimed by FIFA officials and returned to their headquarters in Switzerland.
The FIFA World Cup trophy is deemed priceless and is permanently owned by FIFA, which is why teams cannot take it home. It is only displayed during official trophy tours and the World Cup.
FIFA World Cup Final Broadcast Details for India
Indian viewers can catch the live action starting at 12:30 AM IST on Monday, July 20, with broadcasts available on Zee5 and United8 Sports channels.
Squads:
Argentina: Lionel Messi (Captain), Emiliano Martínez (GK), Juan Musso (GK), Gerónimo Rulli (GK), Nahuel Molina, Gonzalo Montiel, Cristian Romero, Lisandro Martínez, Nicolás Otamendi, Marcos Senesi, Nicolás Tagliafico, Facundo Medina, Leandro Paredes, Rodrigo De Paul, Enzo Fernández, Alexis Mac Allister, Giovani Lo Celso, Exequiel Palacios, Valentín Barco, Julián Álvarez, Lautaro Martínez, Thiago Almada, Nicolás González, Giuliano Simeone, Nico Paz, José Manuel López
Spain: Rodri (Captain), David Raya (GK), Marc Pubill, Álex Grimaldo, Eric García, Marcos Llorente, Mikel Merino, Ferran Torres, Fabián Ruiz, Gavi, Dani Olmo, Yéremy Pino, Pedro Porro, Joan Garcia (GK), Aymeric Laporte, Álex Baena, Nico Williams, Martín Zubimendi, Lamine Yamal, Pedri, Mikel Oyarzabal, Pau Cubarsí, Unai Simón (GK), Marc Cucurella, Víctor Muñoz, Borja Iglesias