Of 2026 FIFA World Cup final is set to make history with the tournament’s first-ever halftime show, bringing Super Bowl-style action to football’s biggest stage. The show will take place on July 19 at New York City’s Jersey Arena.
Unlike the Super Bowl, the World Cup finals have traditionally been shown before kickoff, not during halftime. Past finals have included pre-match performances by BTS’ Jungkook, Davido, Ozuna, Will Smith, Nicky Jam, and Era Istrefi.
The FIFA halftime show is hosted by Cool gameChris Martin and produced by Global Citizen. In addition to entertainment, the event aims to support FIFA’s Global Citizen Education Fund, which focuses on expanding education and soccer opportunities for children around the world.
Here’s everything to know about it:
What time will the halftime show start in the UAE?
The FIFA World Cup Final starts at 11 PM UAE time.
Who will perform?
BTS is set to make history as one of the performers in FIFA’s first ever Super Bowl-style halftime show. Justin BieberMadonna, Shakira, Burna Boy, Gustavo Dudamel, and PS 22 Chorus.
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The star-studded performance will last about 11 minutes.
Where to look?
Watch BTS, Justin Bieber, Shakira, and more perform live on beIN Sports.
About the semi-final matches of the FIFA World Cup
The teams include France against Spain and England against Argentina. It will be interesting to see who will lift the trophy.
