Justin Bieber added to World Cup final's halftime show

Field Level Media|published: Wed 8th July, 18:28 2026

Jun 26, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Justin Bieber announces the first pick in the first round of the 2026 NHL Draft by the Toronto Maple Leafs at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

FIFA confirmed the rumors on Wednesday: Justin Bieber has joined the star-studded lineup for the World Cup final halftime show.

Bieber, BTS, Madonna and Shakira have committed to perform during the 11-minute halftime show on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J.

Bieber explained his decision in a statement: "The FIFA World Cup brings the world together in a way nothing else can. I'm grateful to be part of this halftime show, and even more grateful knowing it's already helping expand access to education for children around the world."

Chris Martin of Coldplay, the Muppets (featuring Kermit and Miss Piggy), Burna Boy, conductor Gustavo Dudamel and the PS22 Chorus from Staten Island, N.Y., also are slated to perform during a show that will help raise $100 million for the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund.

--Field Level Media

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