The biggest football match in the world…
Just got an even bigger soundtrack.
The FIFA has officially announced that Justin Bieber will join Madonna and Shakira for the first-ever halftime show in a FIFA World Cup final, on July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
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This isn’t just another concert.
For the first time in World Cup history, FIFA is introducing a Super Bowl-style halftime show, aiming to transform the final into a global entertainment spectacle that reaches far beyond football fans.
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The lineup is stacked.
Alongside Justin Bieber, the stage will feature Madonna, Shakira, BTS, Nigerian superstar Burna Boy, world-renowned conductor Gustavo Dudamel, and the PS22 Chorus, creating one of the most diverse musical casts ever assembled for a sporting event.
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Leading the creative direction is Chris Martin, the frontman of Coldplay.
His mission is to blend pop, Latin music, K-pop and orchestral performances into a show designed for billions of viewers watching around the globe.
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For FIFA, this marks a major evolution.
Inspired by the success of the NFL’s Super Bowl halftime show, football’s governing body wants the World Cup final to become not only the biggest sporting event on Earth, but also one of the biggest entertainment events of the year.
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With football legends set to battle for the trophy…
The halftime stage will feature some of the biggest names in global music.
From Madonna and Shakira to Justin Bieber and BTS, the 2026 World Cup Final is shaping up to be more than a football match—it’s becoming a worldwide cultural event.
