Star-Studded Lineup for World Cup's First Halftime Extravaganza

Madonna, Shakira, and BTS will headline the inaugural World Cup final halftime show at MetLife Stadium, curated by Coldplay's Chris Martin. The event supports the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, aiming to boost children's access to education and football globally. The 48-team tournament begins June 11.

Music icons Madonna, Shakira, and K-pop sensation BTS will headline the first-ever World Cup final halftime show at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium, FIFA officially announced on Thursday. Coldplay frontman Chris Martin has been appointed to curate the much-anticipated event scheduled for July 19.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino took to social media to emphasize the significance of this halftime show, stating it will merge music, football, and a shared dedication to improving children's lives globally. The event will support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, aiming to enhance access to quality education and football worldwide.

The expanded 48-team World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will unfold from June 11 to July 19, featuring a total of 104 matches. This includes the addition of a new knockout round, marking a significant increase from previous tournaments' 64 matches. The last Club World Cup hosted in North America also featured a halftime show with performances by Doja Cat, J Balvin, and Tems, setting high expectations for this year's World Cup event.