New York: FIFA President Gianni Infantino has unveiled the full lineup for the first-ever FIFA World Cup final halftime show, confirming that Justin Bieber will join Madonna, Shakira and BTS as co-headliners for the historic performance on July 19 (local time).
The 11-minute show will take place during the FIFA World Cup 2026 final at New York New Jersey Stadium (MetLife Stadium) in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
FIFA said the performance is being curated by Chris Martin of Coldplay in partnership with Global Citizen and will support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund.
Justin Bieber was announced as the final co-headliner, joining Madonna, Shakira and BTS for what FIFA described as a landmark event that will bring together football and music on the sport’s biggest stage.
The halftime show will also feature performances and appearances by Burna Boy, acclaimed conductor Gustavo Dudamel and the PS22 Chorus alongside members of Coldplay.
According to FIFA, the event aims to support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which seeks to expand access to quality education and football opportunities for children around the world.
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In a statement shared on social media, Infantino underscored the purpose behind the event, writing: “When it comes to what the world needs, there is nothing more important than education… As the world unites for the most significant football match in history on Sunday, 19 July 2026 at the New York New Jersey Stadium, this groundbreaking spectacle, curated by Chris Martin of Coldplay, will celebrate football, music and our shared values, ensuring a legacy that transcends the final whistle.”
Infantino added that the artists and performers would help “convey a powerful message of unity and hope to billions of people worldwide.”
The announcement comes as the 2026 FIFA World Cup enters the knockout stage, with eight teams remaining in the quarterfinals.
The quarterfinalists are Argentina, France, Spain, England, Morocco, Belgium, Norway and Switzerland.
Earlier in the tournament, FIFA staged three opening ceremonies across the co-host nations of Mexico, Canada and the United States to mark the first men’s FIFA World Cup jointly hosted by three countries.
The opening celebrations featured performances by Shakira, Burna Boy, Andrea Bocelli, J Balvin, Katy Perry, LISA, Anitta and Rema.
