FIFA’s World Cup Halftime Show Puts American-Style Spectacle on the World Stage
FIFA is introducing an American-style halftime show and closing ceremony for the 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina.
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The brief
The 2026 World Cup final featuring Spain and Argentina includes a halftime show and closing ceremony. The event features a lineup of global performers, including BTS, Justin Bieber, Madonna, and Shakira.
Coverage from FOX Sports, CBS Sports, Yahoo, and The Hollywood Reporter emphasizes how to watch and livestream the performances. The Guardian highlights the presence of Donald Trump and suggests a focus on spectacle over football.
Attention now turns to the live broadcasts of the halftime show and the subsequent closing ceremony.
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Quick answers
Who is performing at the World Cup halftime show?
The lineup includes BTS, Justin Bieber, Madonna, and Shakira.
Which teams are playing in the final?
Spain and Argentina are competing in the World Cup final.
Where can the event be viewed?
According to coverage, the halftime show and closing ceremony are available via livestream and broadcast options detailed by outlets like FOX Sports and The Hollywood Reporter.
Coverage (6)
- How to Watch the 2026 World Cup Final Halftime Show & Closing Ceremony FOX Sports · 1d ago
- How to Livestream the World Cup Halftime Show With BTS, Bieber, Madonna and Shakira The Hollywood Reporter · 1d ago
- World Cup final: Trump, half-time show and everything but the football The Guardian · 1d ago
- 2026 World Cup halftime show: Live updates as Shakira, Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber headline CBS Sports · 1d ago
- 2026 World Cup Halftime Show: How to watch Justin Bieber, Madonna, and more perform at the Spain vs. Argentina World Cup final today Yahoo · 1d ago
- Who Is Performing at the 2026 World Cup Final Closing Ceremony and Halftime Show? People.com · 1d ago broke it first
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