Madonna, Shakira, and BTS Set for First-Ever World Cup Final Halftime Show
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Key Points:
- Madonna, Shakira, and BTS will perform at the inaugural World Cup final halftime show on July 19 at MetLife Stadium, marking a new entertainment tradition for the event.
- The halftime show is part of a four-year partnership between Global Citizen and FIFA, with Chris Martin selecting the performers and potentially appearing during the show.
- The artists highlighted the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, emphasizing the importance of education and soccer for children worldwide.
- FIFA is enhancing the World Cup experience with a star-studded opening ceremony featuring Katy Perry, Future, Anitta, and Lisa, signaling a shift toward Super Bowl-style entertainment.
- Shakira recently released the official World Cup anthem "Dai Dai," following her 2023 admission of owing $15.8 million in back taxes.