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On July 19, football fans around the world witnessed a historical collaboration of music and pop culture, as the first ever Final Halftime Show was staged in between the ultimate clash between Argentina and Spain at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. From FIFA Queen Shakira, legendary singer Madonna, teenage pop sensation-turned global musical icon Justin…

Barely hours after wrapping a two-night stadium run in Paris, France, the South Korean pop group BTS took center field at MetLife Stadium, a.k.a. New York New Jersey Stadium, on July 19, 2026. They headlined the first halftime show in the FIFA World Cup’s 96-year history amidst the final duel between Spain and Argentina.

With Spain and Argentina tied zero to zero midway through Sunday’s 2026 World Cup final, it was up to FIFA’s first-ever halftime show to put some figurative points on the board. If you were judging by the sheer quantity of superstar entertainers who took their turns on the mic—Madonna! BTS! Shakira! Justin Bieber!—then it would…

In an unprecedented move, superstars such as Madonna, BTS, and Shakira performed at the World Cup final’s halftime show, turning it into a high-energy musical extravaganza. The event, which resembled a Super Bowl-style presentation, marked a notable shift from traditional World Cup intermissions.

Football fans are getting quite the show during the FIFA World Cup final on Monday – and we’re not talking about the game.

Half-time at a football game is normally a chance to grab a drink or snack, make a mad dash for the toilets or vent with friends about some questionable refereeing or defending.