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FIFA's dream stage: Justin Bieber joins global icons for world cup final
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Justin Bieber has been added to the star-studded line-up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup final half-time show, further elevating what is expected to be one of the biggest live performances ever staged at a sporting event.
The Canadian pop superstar will perform during the historic 11-minute half-time show at MetLife Stadium in New York New Jersey on July 19, sharing the stage with Madonna, Shakira, BTS, Burna Boy, Gustavo Dudamel, the PS22 Chorus featuring Coldplay, and the Sesame Street Muppets.
The performance will mark the first-ever Super Bowl-style half-time show at a FIFA World Cup final. Curated with the support of Coldplay frontman Chris Martin, the event is part of the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which aims to raise $100 million to improve access to education for children around the world. Organizers expect the show to reach hundreds of millions of viewers globally.
Following the announcement, Bieber said, "The FIFA World Cup brings the world together in a way nothing else can."
Bieber's inclusion is particularly notable as he continues his gradual return to live performances. Since cancelling the remainder of his Justice World Tour in 2022 due to health issues, the singer has made only a handful of major appearances, making each performance a significant event for fans.
Earlier this year, he made a high-profile return at Coachella, performing some of his biggest hits, including Baby, Never Say Never, One Time, and Beauty and a Beat, reminding audiences of his enduring global appeal.
With Bieber joining an already impressive roster featuring Madonna, Shakira, BTS and Burna Boy, FIFA has assembled a line-up designed to appeal to audiences across generations and continents. The only question now is how organizers will fit so many global stars into an 11-minute performance.
Meanwhile, the football tournament itself is approaching its climax, with the remaining teams battling for a place in the final while Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland and Harry Kane continue their race for the Golden Boot.
Regardless of who lifts the trophy, the 2026 FIFA World Cup final is now set to deliver not only football's biggest prize but also one of the most star-studded half-time shows in the tournament's history.
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