Federation of International Football Association – FIFA and Global Citizen on Wednesday announced that global superstar, Justin Bieber will join Madonna, Shakira and BTS as Co – headliners for the first – ever FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show, bringing together some of the world’s biggest artists for landmark celebration at intersection of sport, music and global impact.
Burna Boy, whose global smash hit Dai Dai with Shakira continues to dominate the charts worldwide, will also appear during the 11 – minute broadcast, alongside Gustavo Daidamel, the Internationally acclaimed Venezuelan Conductor and Music and Artistic Director of the New York Philharmonic and Webby Award – winning P22 Chorus featuring Coldplay.
FIFA and Global Citizen made the announcement in a statement through FIFA Official website on Wednesday on X revealed that the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Halftime Show will support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, an Initiative aiming to raise US$100 million to expand access to quality education and football opportunities for the children worldwide: Over US$50 million already been raised, and momentums continuing to build, with US$1 million from the sale of every ticket for FIFA World Cup 2026 matches being donated to the fund which will support social projects around the world.
“The FIFA World Cup brings the world together in a way nothing else can. I’m grateful to be part of this Halftime Show, and even more grateful knowing its already helping expanding access to education for children,” said Justin Bieber.
“The FIFA World Cup is one of the few moments that truly brings the entire world together. To represent Africa on the first – ever FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show is a privilege and responsibility that I don’t take lightly. I’m honoured to be part of a performance that not only celebrates football and culture but also helps create greater opportunities for children through education around the world,” added Burna Boy.
According to the statement, Character from Sesame Street and Muppees, who have brought joyful learning to children around the world for generation, will be part of the show. Their inclusion reinforces the purpose of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Halftime Show: to help ensure children around the world have access to quality education.
Additionally, through FIFA Unite for Education Campaign, the FIFA World Cup 2026 is showcasing tournament – wide football’s power to expand access to education and create a lasting impact beyond the pitch. Featured during the Round of 16, Quarter – Finals and Semi – finals, players will wear the Unite for Education sleeve patch to raise awareness of initiatives including the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, the FIFA Football for Schools Programme and FIFA foundation education projects.
