Fans Ask ‘Where’s Tom Cruise?’ as IShowSpeed Opens World Cup Final Ceremony

Football fans expected Tom Cruise at the closing ceremony of the 2026 World Cup final in New York. Instead, YouTuber IShowSpeed opened the show 90 minutes before Argentina and Spain kicked off. The streamer performed his song “Champions” in an all-white suit alongside neon-clad dancers. He sang in front of about 80,000 spectators, including former US President Donald Trump, much to viewers’ surprise. Post Malone then hit the stage with “Chrome Heartbreaker” and “Wow,” joined by Swae Lee for their hit “Sunflower.” Despite the star line-up, many fans called the show underwhelming and low budget. Confusion peaked when Tom Cruise, billed as a major attraction, had still not appeared half an hour before kick-off. Supporters also faced long queues and ticket-scanning glitches outside the stadium.

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