Entertainment News | Madonna, BTS, Shakira, Justin Bieber Headline FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Halftime Spectacle
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New Jersey [US], July 20 (ANI): The FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Halftime show transformed the MetLife Stadium into a celebratory state, as curated by Coldplay's Chris Martin, bringing together performances from the likes of Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber, BTS and more.
The show opened with a cinematic entrance as Brazilian World Cup-winning legends Ronaldinho and Ronaldo arrived riding in a classic car, setting the tone for a celebration that bridged football's rich history with contemporary entertainment.
Behind them, Madonna commanded the stage with a striking opening performance, creating a dramatic kickoff to the halftime festivities.
The energy shifted as The Muppets delighted fans with a lively rendition of 'Seven Nation Army', turning it into a playful singalong that echoed throughout the stadium.
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Global K-pop superstars BTS kept the momentum going with an electrifying performance of their worldwide hit 'Dynamite', filling the arena with vibrant choreography and infectious energy that had fans dancing in their seats.
Adding a touch of comedy, Jason Sudeikis appeared in character as the ever-optimistic Ted Lasso, accompanied by Brendan Hunt as Coach Beard, to introduce Justin Bieber. The Canadian pop star then delivered an emotional performance of 'Everything Hallelujah'.
The atmosphere quickly returned to full throttle as Shakira ignited the stadium with a high-energy rendition of 'Dai Dai', the official song of the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Colombian superstar was soon joined by Nigerian music sensation Burna Boy, whose powerful vocals elevated the performance into one of the show's defining moments.
For the finale, the PS22 Chorus, an elementary school choir from Staten Island, took the stage alongside 'The Muppets' in a heartwarming celebration of unity and hope. As children and iconic puppets performed together, the word 'LOVE' illuminated the rainbow-themed field, providing a visually stunning and emotionally resonant conclusion to the halftime show.
Earlier, performances by the likes of Post Malone, IShowSpeed, Swae Lee, Robbie Williams, Nicole Scherzinger, and Jennifer Hudson kicked off the closing ceremony of the FIFA World Cup 2026 ahead of the match.
Spain and Argentina are battling it out for the World Cup trophy, with 0-0 in the 90th minute. (ANI)
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