Star-Studded Musical Extravaganza Set for 2026 FIFA World Cup Final

Global icons Shakira, Madonna, and BTS will perform at the first FIFA World Cup final halftime show in 2026. The event, directed by Coldplay's Chris Martin, will raise funds for global education. Other renowned artists are lined up for the opening ceremonies across the US, Canada, and Mexico.

In a historic move, global pop sensations Shakira, Madonna, and BTS will grace the stage for the first-ever halftime show at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. The highly-anticipated event, curated by Coldplay's Chris Martin, will be hosted at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19.

This musical extravaganza is set to channel its proceeds to the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, aiming to expand access to quality education and football for children worldwide. Shakira, fresh off releasing the World Cup anthem 'Dai Dai' with Burna Boy, is among the headline performers.

Meanwhile, opening ceremonies throughout the tournament location will feature stars like Katy Perry, J Balvin, and Alessia Cara, among others, marking a globally significant cultural event, amid first-time hosting duties on US soil.