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Bieber is joining Madonna, Shakira and BTS at the final of the FIFA World Cup 2026, and this massive update is poised to be a landmark event featuring an entertainment spectacle the tournament has never witnessed before. Bieber is the latest star to join the star-studded lineup for the first-ever Super Bowl-style halftime show during the World Cup final set for July 19 in New York. The news adds to fans' excitement, who are already screaming at the inclusion of BTS, Madonna and Shakira. Infact the latest announcement ends months of speculation about the tournament's first-ever halftime show, which FIFA hopes will become a defining tradition of future World Cups.
FIFA World Cup final halftime show lineup
The four artists will be joined by Nigerian superstar Burna Boy, celebrated conductor Gustavo Dudamel, the PS22 Chorus with Coldplay, and beloved Sesame Street Muppets, creating what's being billed as one of the most diverse entertainment lineups ever assembled for a sporting event."There's nothing else that brings the world together like the FIFA World Cup does," Bieber said, confirming his participation. FIFA also posted the news on its social media handles.
Coldplay frontman Chris Martin to curate
The performance, curated by Coldplay frontman Chris Martin, will benefit the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which aims to raise $100 million to support children's education worldwide.
Addition to Justin Bieber's live shows
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FIFA World Cup appearance is another major milestone in Bieber's return to live shows. Earlier this year, he garnered headlines when he stepped on stage at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival for his first major live performance in four years, after previously cancelling his Justice World Tour over health concerns. His nostalgic set featured fan favourites Baby, Never Say Never, One Time and Beauty and the Beat.
Shakira, Burna Boy to bring Dai Dai
Meanwhile, Shakira and Burna Boy are returning to the World Cup stage after helping launch the tournament with performances at the opening celebrations across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Their single Dai Dai has become one of the unofficial anthems of the tournament, topping streaming charts and regularly blasting through stadium loudspeakers.
BTS paves the way
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BTS further raises expectations for the halftime show. The biggest stage for football in the world will soon have an infusion of K-pop's trademark large-scale production and synchronised performances by the septet, making the event a major attraction for millions of fans and ARMYs beyond the sport itself.
About FIFA World Cup
The World Cup itself has reached the knockout stages, having begun with an expanded 48-team format. The host nations, the United States, Canada and Mexico, are all out of the competition, but eight teams are still in the hunt for football’s biggest prize.The knockout rounds are now underway, with Argentina captain Lionel Messi leading the Golden Boot race with eight goals. Close behind are France’s Kylian Mbappé and Norway's Erling Haaland, both with seven. England striker Harry Kane is still in pursuit with six goals.
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