India, May 14 -- The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to make history beyond football. In a major announcement made on May 14, FIFA revealed that global music stars Madonna, Shakira and BTS will headline the first-ever halftime show during a FIFA World Cup Final. The special performance will take place on July 19 at MetLife Stadium during the tournament's final match. While FIFA World Cups have always featured elaborate opening and closing ceremonies, this will be the first time the final itself includes a Super Bowl-style halftime concert.

The announcement was made through a playful social media video featuring Chris Martin alongside beloved characters from Sesame Street and The Muppets, including Elmo, Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy.

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