Justin Bieber joins Madonna, Shakira, BTS at Fifa World Cup half-time show
Justin Bieber has been announced as a co-headliner for the FIFA World Cup final halftime show, joining a lineup that includes Madonna, Shakira, and BTS.
The story so far
The FIFA World Cup final halftime show features a performance lineup consisting of Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira, BTS, and Coldplay. The announcement confirms Bieber’s addition to the event, marking the latest update to the show's roster. Coverage from AP News, Billboard, NBC News, People.com, WKRN News 2, and Yahoo emphasizes the multi-artist collaboration.
Reporting focuses on the confirmation of the musical acts and statements describing the upcoming performance as historic. Coverage does not yet specify the full song list or individual set durations. Attention is now turning to the remaining potential participants for the event.
While the current list is established, reports note that some fans are speculating about the possibility of Taylor Swift performing, though this has not been confirmed by officials.
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The reporting (11)
- Justin Bieber, Shakira, Madonna and BTS: What to expect at the World Cup final halftime show Yahoo · 45d ago
- When to catch Madonna, Shakira, Bieber in World Cup halftime show Yahoo · 46d ago
- Shakira Says World Cup Final Halftime Show with BTS, Coldplay, Justin Bieber and Madonna Will Be ‘Pretty Historic’ People.com · 46d ago
- Justin Bieber joins star-studded World Cup halftime show NBC News · 46d ago
- Fans Think Taylor Swift Will Perform at FIFA World Cup 2026 Halftime Show Yahoo · 46d ago
- Justin Bieber and more join World Cup final halftime show featuring Madonna, Shakira and BTS AP News · 46d ago
- Fans Think Taylor Swift Will Perform at FIFA World Cup 2026 Halftime Show Yahoo · 46d ago
- Justin Bieber and more join World Cup final halftime show featuring Madonna, Shakira and BTS WKRN News 2 · 46d ago
- Shakira Teases World Cup Final Halftime Show With BTS, Madonna & Justin Bieber Will Be ‘Pretty Historic’ Billboard · 46d ago
- Shakira Teases World Cup Final Halftime Show With BTS, Madonna & Justin Bieber Will Be ‘Pretty Historic’ Yahoo · 46d ago
- Justin Bieber Joins BTS, Shakira & Madonna as Co-Headliner of FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show Billboard · 46d ago
The obvious questions
Who is performing at the World Cup final halftime show?
The confirmed performers include Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira, BTS, and Coldplay.
Is Taylor Swift joining the lineup?
While fans have expressed speculation regarding her participation, coverage indicates this has not been confirmed.
What have performers said about the event?
Shakira has publicly described the upcoming halftime show as 'pretty historic.'
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