Who will perform during the halftime of the 2026 World Cup final?

FIFA is set to make history at the 2026 World Cup final by introducing a halftime show, a first for the prestigious tournament. With an estimated global audience of nearly two billion viewers, the event promises to be a spectacular display of international talent.

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FIFA is officially announcing the star names who will take the stage at the closing ceremony before the World Cup final to be held in New Jersey on July 19.

The star-studded lineup includes global music icons Madonna, Justin Bieber, Shakira, and the K-pop group BTS. They will be joined by Nigerian artist Burna Boy, British rock band Coldplay, and the renowned New York Philharmonic, conducted by Venezuelan maestro Gustavo Dudamel. The Simón Bolívar Symphony Orchestra and the PS22 Chorus, a notable student choir from Staten Island, will also perform.

Adding to the diverse program are the Ugandan dance troupe Ghetto Kids and Iraqi-born Australian singer Emmanuel Kelly. Even beloved characters from Sesame Street and The Muppets, such as Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy, are slated to appear, promising a show with broad appeal.

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Shakira and Burna Boy are expected to perform the tournament's official anthem, 'Dai Dai,' which the duo first performed at the opening ceremony in Mexico City on June 11.

Shakira and Burna Boy are anticipated to perform "Dai Dai," the official anthem of the tournament, which they debuted at the opening ceremony in Mexico City on June 11. The entire halftime spectacle is under the curatorial direction of Chris Martin, the lead vocalist of Coldplay, ensuring a high-caliber artistic production.

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The show's curation is undertaken by Coldplay's lead singer Chris Martin.