FIFA has announced the official program of shows accompanying the 2026 World Cup final draw. The event will be music-focused, featuring legendary figures and performances for audiences around the world.
The show will take place on Friday, December 5, 2025 at 12:00 pm ET at the prestigious John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC.
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With millions of viewers expected, the organization is preparing a historic production combining stars from soccer, entertainment and showbiz as a prelude to the first-ever World Cup with 48 teams and three host nations.
Best performances with Bocelli, Robbie Williams and Nicole Scherzinger
The artistic program will be equally impressive. The musical performance will be headlined by the legendary Andrea Bocelli, accompanied by global superstar Robbie Williams, and will be joined on stage by American singer Nicole Scherzinger, known for her vocal range and versatility.
Once the drawing is over, the group Village People will close out the party with a special performance of the global anthem ‘YMCA’, which promises to be one of the most memorable moments of the night.
Andrea Bocelli leads an unprecedented musical lineup
Maestro Andrea Bocelli, one of the most recognized and admired vocalists on the planet, will headline the event’s musical performance. His presence sets the tone for a show that is elegant, global and designed for an international audience.
Bocelli is not alone. Also joining the stage will be Britain’s Robbie Williams, a superstar with decades of hits, who will perform alongside American singer Nicole Scherzinger, known for her impressive vocal versatility and global pop career.
Robbie Williams and Nicole Scherzinger, international duo
Williams and Scherzinger’s collaboration is expected to be one of the gala’s most talked about moments. The duo promises a performance worthy of any major sporting event, where music is usually the star.
Both artists will bring energy, spectacle and global reach to an event that will be watched on every continent.
Village People close out the night with a timeless classic
After the World Cup group draw, the closing ceremony will be led by the villagers, who will perform the iconic “YMCA”.
This song was not chosen by chance. The song is one of the most recognized anthems on the planet and can unite audiences of all ages and nationalities, making it a perfect idea for the spirit of the tournament.
The organization hopes this final number will be one of the show’s most talked about moments.
