​With the final for the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to be played on Sunday, July 19 at MetLife Stadium, the international soccer organization announced a few more festivities to mark the occasion.Gates will open at 11 a.m. and the transportation options have been adjusted accordingly.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementNJ Transit confirmed train service will begin at 10:30 a.m., half an hour earlier than prior matches.Natalie Hamilton, a spokesperson for the region host committee, said their shuttle buses will run from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.More: How to buy tickets to see Spain in World Cup Final at MetLifeA closing ceremony featuring Laura Pausini, Nicole Scherzinger, Robbie Williams and IShowSpeed, as well as a special appearance by Tom Cruise will start at 1:30 p.m., ahead of the 3 p.m. match kickoff time.Fans stand outside MetLife Stadium before a match between Norway and Senegal, Jun 22, 2026, East Rutherford, NJ, USA.Grammy winner Jennifer Hudson was also be on hand to sing “The Star Spangled Banner” ahead of match.Katie Sobko covers the New Jersey Statehouse. Email: sobko@northjersey.comThis article originally appeared on NorthJersey.com: World Cup final public transit will start earlier for closing ceremony