Madonna, Shakira, and BTS to Headline First-Ever FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show
FIFA has announced that pop icon Madonna, Latin superstar Shakira, and K-pop group BTS will headline the first-ever halftime show at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. The event is scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, featuring a Super Bowl-style performance curated by Coldplay’s Chris Martin. This initiative aims to support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which seeks to raise US$100 million to help children access education and soccer. FIFA President Gianni Infantino stated that US$1 from every ticket sold will contribute directly to this cause. The announcement was made via a video featuring Chris Martin and Sesame Street’s Elmo, emphasizing unity and charitable giving. The 2026 World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will also feature various musical performances during opening matches in host cities, including artists like Tyla, Michael Bublé, and Katy Perry. This marks a significant expansion of entertainment elements within the tournament, blending major global music stars with the sport's biggest stage to promote social impact.
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