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FIFA has revealed that ‘football, music and social impact will come together’ during the 2026 World Cup final half-time show, marking a first in the tournament’s history.

Pop icon Justin Bieber has been confirmed as one of the headline performers for the event, joining global superstars Madonna, Shakira and the South Korean boy band BTS on stage for the much-anticipated spectacle.

The football body announced that the 11-minute performance during the interval will also feature Venezuelan conductor Gustavo Dudamel, the PS 22 Chorus, and British rock band Coldplay.

Nigerian Afro-fusion artist Burna Boy is also scheduled to make a special appearance during the show.

According to FIFA, the half-time performance will support the organisation’s Global Citizen Education Fund, a charitable initiative aiming to collect 100 million US dollars to “expand access to quality education and football opportunities for children across the world”.

The event, which FIFA describes as “the first-ever FIFA World Cup final half-time show”, will take place at the New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday, 19 July. The organisation added that characters from Sesame Street and The Muppets will make appearances as part of the entertainment lineup.

FIFA further stated that over 50 million US dollars have already been raised for the Global Citizen Education Fund, with one US dollar from every World Cup match ticket sold being donated to support social projects worldwide.

Speaking about the initiative, FIFA President Gianni Infantino said: “When it comes to what the world needs, there is nothing more important than education. We are proud to have Justin Bieber joining Madonna, Shakira and BTS to co-headline the FIFA World Cup 2026 final half-time show in support of the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund and our mission to expand access to quality education and football opportunities for children around the world.”

Infantino added: “As the world unites for the most significant football match in history on Sunday, 19 July at the New York New Jersey Stadium, this groundbreaking spectacle, curated by Chris Martin of Coldplay, will celebrate football, music and our shared values, ensuring a legacy that transcends the final whistle.”