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World Cup final show slammed as ‘lip-syncing contest’ after IShowSpeed and Post Malone’s performances
The Independent • • general
Key Points:
- IShowSpeed and Post Malone faced criticism on social media for allegedly lip-syncing during their performances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup closing ceremony at MetLife Stadium.
- Viewers expressed disappointment over the prerecorded vocals, with some calling for a return to live music at such major events.
- Post Malone performed his new song "Chrome Heartbreaker" and was joined by Swae Lee for "Sunflower," both of whom were also accused of poor lip-syncing.
- Despite the backlash, IShowSpeed described the experience as "unbelievable" and admitted to feeling extremely nervous during his performance.
- The closing ceremony also featured artists like Nicole Scherzinger, Robbie Williams, Laura Pausini, and Jennifer Hudson, with a historic halftime show planned for the final including Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber, BTS, and others.
