Madonna, Shakira and BTS to headline first-ever FIFA World Cup™ Final Halftime Show

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A great show with a great purpose.

ANDJuly 19, 2026 will be a historic date for world football, since the New York New Jersey Stadium will host the final of the FIFA World Cup™ and, for the first time, the World Cup will feature an official halftime show.

He lineup includes: Madonnawho will release his album Confessions II July 3; Shakirawhich has not only confirmed new dates for its US tour, but alsoToday, May 14launches the official anthem of the 2026 World Cup, “Dai Dai”in collaboration with Burna Boy and btswhich is currently on tour ARIRANG. All under the artistic direction of Chris Martin of Coldplay.

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This showculo goes beyond entertainment, as it has a charitable mission: to raise USD $100 million forra the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fundintended to combat the global educational crisis. The fund has already surpassed $30 million (thanks in part to donating $1 for every entry) and announced first beneficiaries in 10 countries.

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