Madonna, Shakira, and BTS have been confirmed as the headliners for the first-ever halftime show during the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. The performance will feature a Super Bowl-style music performance at MetLife Stadium on July 19th.
Coldplay's Chris Martin announced the lineup for the first-ever halftime show during the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, featuring pop culture icons Madonna, Shakira, and BTS. The announcement was made through a promotional video that included characters from Sesame Street and The Muppets.
Madonna is gearing up for her upcoming album "Confessions II," which will be released on July 3rd. This project follows her previous work with "Bring Your Love" featuring Sabrina Carpenter and "I Feel So Free." Meanwhile, BTS has been busy since returning from military service, having recently launched their sixth studio album titled ARIRANG and the ARIRANG WORLD TOUR.
The halftime show is organized by Global Citizen in collaboration with Chris Martin to support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund. This fund aims to raise $100 million for children's education and access to football worldwide. The event will take place on Sunday, July 19th, at MetLife Stadium during the final match of the tournament.
Shakira had already been closely linked to the 2026 FIFA World Cup after unveiling her official song "Dai Dai" with Burna Boy for the competition. Her world tour, which includes a North American leg scheduled around the time of the final, is an additional highlight in her upcoming schedule.
The Super Bowl-style halftime show promises to be a spectacular event, marking the first time FIFA has incorporated such a performance during a World Cup final. With Madonna, Shakira, and BTS set to perform, fans can expect an electrifying musical experience that will undoubtedly capture global attention.
