World Cup 2026: Justin Bieber, Madonna Headline Historic Halftime Show
Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira and BTS will co-headline the first Super Bowl-style halftime show, with FIFA saying it supports a $100 million education fund.
- Today, July 19, Argentina faces Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, with both national teams vying for the championship title.
- Lionel Messi helped Argentina reach the final following two extra-time victories, while Spain secured their spot by dominating France in the semi-final, led by 19-year-old Lamine Yamal.
- Coldplay frontman Chris Martin curated a Super Bowl-style halftime show featuring Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira, and BTS, marking the first time the tournament will feature such a spectacle.
- New Jersey Turnpike Authority head Kris Kolluri warned of severe traffic congestion near MetLife Stadium, particularly at Exit 16W, with NJ Transit shuttle tickets costing $98 and American Dream parking priced at $350.
- FIFA President Gianni Infantino described the performance as a "groundbreaking spectacle" supporting the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which aims to raise $100 million for children worldwide.
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BTS, Madonna and Shakira's World Cup Final Halftime Show Was a Win for the World
History was made during Spain's World Cup Final victory over Argentina for more reasons than just soccer. For the first time in FIFA World Cup history, the tournament's biggest match featured a star-studded halftime show, with BTS, Shakira, Justin Bieber and Madonna taking the stage in a spectacle produced by Global Citizen. In the days leading up to the performance, much of the conversation centered on whether a halftime show was "Americanizing…
I Loved the World Cup Halftime Show, But One Moment Left Me Confused
After more than a month of nonstop action and over 100 matches, the FIFA World Cup officially came to a close on Sunday, July 19, with Spain defeating Argentina 1-0 in extra time at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The final was a true nail-biter, but before the championship trophy was lifted, fans were treated to something new: the first-ever FIFA World Cup halftime show. The star-studded performance lineup had a little bit of everything, with Ma…
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