BTS Confirmed to Headline the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show

It’s official: BTS will co‑headline the first‑ever FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show on July 19, 2026, joining global icons Madonna and Shakira for a historic performance at the New York–New Jersey Stadium.

This marks the first halftime show in World Cup Final history, transforming the event into a global music‑meets‑sports spectacle curated by Coldplay’s Chris Martin.

🎶 A Historic Moment for K‑Pop

📸 PHOTO GOES HERE — BTS live stage photo

BTS becomes the first K‑pop group ever to perform at a World Cup Final, a milestone amplified by the group’s return from mandatory military service earlier this year. Fans worldwide — especially ARMY — have erupted in celebration across social media.

The halftime show will run approximately 11 minutes, with all proceeds supporting the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, aiming to raise $100 million for youth education and football access.

⚽ What to Expect

• A high‑impact medley tailored for a global audience

• Shared stage time with Madonna and Shakira

• Sesame Street & Muppets appearances for a family‑friendly global message

• A performance expected to be one of the most‑watched in history 

BTS will perform during the halftime interval of the final match, which kicks off at 3:00 PM ET.