Justin Bieber, Shakira, Madonna and BTS: What to expect at the World Cup final halftime show
Yahoo • • sports
Key Points:
- The 2026 FIFA World Cup Final will feature FIFA's first-ever halftime show on July 19 at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey, with performances by Madonna, Shakira, BTS, and Justin Bieber, among others.
- The halftime show aims to raise funds for the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, targeting over $100 million to expand access to soccer and education for children worldwide.
- The 11-minute musical event will include additional performers like Coldplay, Burna Boy, the PS22 Chorus, Gustavo Dudamel, and iconic characters from Sesame Street and The Muppets.
- Shakira, a veteran of World Cup performances, will debut "Dai Dai," the official 2026 World Cup song featuring Burna Boy, highlighting a blend of Latin pop and Afrobeats and supporting educational causes.
- Justin Bieber expressed excitement about joining the show, emphasizing the World Cup's global unity and the initiative's role in expanding educational opportunities for children.
