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Before You Call It Crap: What FIFA's First Halftime Show Was Actually Built to Do

Eleven Minutes, Two Dead Rock Legends' Golf Cart, and a Fight Nobody's Actually Having. Rooney called it "crap" in five words. A closer look at the World Cup's first halftime show finds a more complicated, defensible verdict.

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The Children Who Stole the Show at the World Cup Halftime Show: Meet the Kids Who Performed With Shakira, Madonna, BTS and Chris Martin

Madonna, Shakira, BTS and Justin Bieber may have supplied the star power, but some of the most memorable performers in the first FIFA World Cup final halftime show were still in elementary school.

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FIFA World Cup Half-Time Show Performers Ranked by Net Worth: Who Is the Richest?

Madonna, Justin Bieber, Shakira, Coldplay, BTS, and Burna Boy headlined FIFA's first World Cup half-time show. Here's how their estimated net worths compare.

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Wayne Rooney delivers X-rated verdict on World Cup final half-time show

Former England forward Rooney branded the first World Cup final half-time show “crap”.

The National (Scotland)

No love for the World Cup half time show... the three hour wait to get into the stadium was more entertaining

The inaugural World Cup half time show took place during the Spain vs Argentina final at the New York New Jersey Stadium

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“Utter Garbage”: FIFA’s First-Ever World Cup Halftime Show Divides Billions As Fans Brand It A “Disaster”

“The football final is not a concert. This was ridiculous. There's already enough money in the pocket; there's no need to put on these shows," wrote one user,

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Madonna, Shakira and Ted Lasso appear in first World Cup half-time show

The 11-minute performance on Sunday also saw Justin Bieber step on to the pitch along with Burna Boy and Korean pop group BTS.

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Wayne Rooney delivers brutal verdict on first World Cup final half-time show

The 11-minute spectacle featured performances from artists including Madonna, Shakira and Justin Bieber.

Evening Standard

Madonna leads star-studded extravaganza at World Cup halftime show with Justin Bieber, Shakira and Burna Boy

Madonna, Justin Bieber, Shakira and Burna Boy led a smooth halftime show

Evening Standard

Wayne Rooney issues damning verdict of World Cup final half-time show

Former England forward gave a brutal opinion on the controversial spectacle

Evening Standard

Ronaldo and Ronaldinho join Madonna in World Cup final half-time show performance

The legendary Brazilian duo, World Cup winners in 2002, joined the pop icon to kick off the controversial half-time show in New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium

The Independent UK

What Madonna, Shakira, BTS and Justin Bieber Could Wear at FIFA's First World Cup Final Halftime Show

See what Madonna, Shakira, BTS and Justin Bieber could wear at FIFA's first World Cup Final halftime show, from stadium-ready performance fashion to cultural style influences.

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FIFA World Cup 2026 Final halftime show: Who is performing, how long will it last, and how much will Shakira and others be paid?

The FIFA World Cup 2026 Final will feature a historic halftime show with global music icons. Shakira and Burna Boy will perform the official World Cup song, celebrating unity. The extensive lineup includes Justin Bieber, Madonna, and BTS, among others. Performers are not receiving a fixed fee but gain massive…

The Economic Times

Every Celebrity Set to Perform at the 2026 World Cup Final

The match between Argentina and Spain will be a star-studded affair.

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The Independent UK

Ten songs that will have you ready for the World Cup final kickoff

To get in the spirit for the 2026 World Cup final between Argentina and Spain, The Associated Press has made a themed playlist

Latin Times

All About the 2026 FIFA World Cup's Final Weekend: Schedule, Stadiums and Star-Studded Music Performances

The 2026 FIFA World Cup comes to an end this weekend with two matches that will decide the final standings of the tournament, along with an unprecedented entertainment lineup featuring some of the biggest names in music and Hollywood.

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Post Malone to headline 2026 FIFA World Cup Closing Ceremony

Post Malone is set to join a host of stars who will perform at the 2026 FIFA World Cup Closing Ceremony on Sunday (19.07.26).

The Independent UK

Ellie Goulding to perform during England v Norway World Cup quarter-final

‘Baby’ singer Justin Bieber, Madonna, Coldplay and Nigerian artist Burna Boy are on the bill for the final half-time performance

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Shakira announces new concert at the Pyramids of Giza nearly 20 years after her last show

Shakira is heading back to the Great Pyramids of Giza for a huge November concert, marking her first performance at the iconic site since 2007.

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Ellie Goulding to perform at halftime at England v Norway World Cup clash

Ellie Goulding has announced she will perform mid-way between the England v Norway quarterfinal match this weekend.

Evening Standard

Who's performing at the FIFA World Cup final half-time show? Full line-up, timings, how to watch

The 11-minute Super Bowl-style spectacle will feature an all-star line-up of global music icons including Justin Bieber, Madonna and Shakira

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Justin Bieber joins star‑studded lineup for first FIFA World Cup halftime show

Justin Bieber will perform alongside Madonna, Shakira, BTS and more at the first‑ever FIFA World Cup halftime show.

The Economic Times

Justin Bieber and more join World Cup final halftime show featuring Madonna, Shakira and BTS

Global music stars will perform at the World Cup halftime show. Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira, and BTS are among the announced headliners. Afrobeats star Burna Boy and the PS22 Chorus will also take the stage. This event supports a fund for children's education and soccer access. The performance aims to…

The Independent UK

Who is performing in the World Cup 2026 halftime show? Everything you need to know

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2026 World Cup Halftime Show: Full List of Acts, How to Watch on TV, Live Stream

Musical artists from a wide range of genres—as well as some famous puppets—will be taking to the stage on July 19.

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