Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber, and Shakira deliver memorable World Cup performances

Mikaela Ariar, Philippine Canadian Inquirer
July 21, 2026

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UNITED STATES – Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber, and Shakira all performed at this year’s FIFA World Cup Halftime Show at MetLife Stadium, delivering an all-star halftime show that became one of the event’s memorable moments.

Queen of Pop Madonna started with her 2000 hit Music, delivering a dance-pop and energetic opening to the halftime show. She wore a bold purple jacket over a detailed pink corset during the performance.

South Korean boy band BTS then performed their disco-pop song Dynamite, which complemented Madonna’s opening performance. The group wore matching red, black, and white outfits that spotlighted each member.

Canadian singer-songwriter Justin Bieber chose a different path with an acoustic rendition of Everything Hallelujah, which balanced the show’s high energy with a calmer performance. He wore a layered shirt outfit while playing guitar.

Lastly, Queen of Latin Pop Shakira danced her way through Dai Dai alongside Burna Boy, bringing the stadium’s energy back up before the show’s closing ensemble. She wore a sequined pink and yellow dress.

The performances by the four headlining acts lasted more than 10 minutes before concluding with the closing ensemble.