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9 Jul 2026
Justin Bieber is set to join Madonna, Shakira and BTS for the World Cup final halftime show at MetLife Stadium. FIFA says the performance during the July 19 showpiece will last 11 minutes, adding another entertainment layer to the tournament's closing act. The booking underlines how the World Cup final has become a global media event as well as football's biggest match. The halftime show will attract attention from beyond the sport, but it also increases the pressure to balance spectacle with the rhythm of the final.
Source: The Athletic
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