The FIFA World Cup Final is set to make history with its first-ever Halftime Show, and the lineup is nothing short of spectacular. Music icons Madonna, Shakira, and global superstars BTS will take the stage on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, bringing an electrifying mix of international talent. Curated by Coldplay's Chris Martin, this performance promises to be a show-stopping moment that blends pop, Latin beats, and K-pop energy for fans worldwide.
These headliners join an already star-studded roster of performers scheduled for the opening ceremonies of each host nation's first match this summer. Think Katy Perry, Future, LISA from BLACKPINK, Michael Bublé, Alanis Morissette, J Balvin, Anitta, and Mexican rock legends Maná—a lineup that reads like a global music festival.
The action kicks off on June 11 when Mexico faces South Africa at Estadio Azteca. For that match, FIFA has assembled a heavyweight domestic bill featuring Maná, Alejandro Fernández, Belinda, and cumbia icons Los Ángeles Azules, alongside South African pop sensation Tyla. Then, on June 12, Canada's opener in Toronto will showcase Bublé, Morissette, and Alessia Cara before the team takes on Bosnia & Herzegovina.
Later that same day, the U.S. men's national team opens against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Katy Perry headlines that event, with LISA also performing, joined by Future, Los Angeles-based DJ Sanjoy, and Paraguayan singer Marilina Bogado. Throughout the tournament, expect a rotating pool of international talent including Balvin, Anitta, Danny Ocean, Elyanna, French hitmaker Vegedream, and Canadian-connected artists Jessie Reyez, Nora Fatehi, and William Prince.
The July Halftime Show isn't just about entertainment—it also supports the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which has already raised $30 million to expand access to quality education and football for children worldwide. So grab your favorite team jersey, get ready for some unforgettable music, and know that every moment of this celebration helps make a difference.