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World Cup 2026 to feature four music shows. Who are the artists?
TL;DR
The 2026 World Cup will feature a halftime show with Madonna, Shakira, BTS, and The Muppets. Additionally, there will be three opening ceremonies in different locations.
Key points
- 2026 World Cup to feature a halftime show
- Artists include Madonna, Shakira, BTS, and The Muppets
- Halftime show scheduled for July 19, 2026
- Three opening ceremonies planned in different locations
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World Cup 2026 to feature four music shows. Who are the artists?
For the first time, the World Cup final will have a halftime show featuring Madonna, Shakira, K-pop band BTS, and characters from The Muppets, FIFA announced.
But the July 19 halftime show from MetLife Stadium in New Jersey is not the only novel element in 2026 World Cup edition. The international tournament will also open with three ceremonies in three different locations.
Here's when these musical performances will take place, who are the artists and how to watch.
Who is performing in the World Cup opening ceremonies? When are they?
There will be three opening ceremonies, one in each of the hosting countries: Canada, USA, and Mexico.
Each opening ceremony will start 90 minutes before kick-off. Here are the details:
- Where: Mexico City's Estadio Azteca
- When: June 11 at 1:30 p.m. ET (game is at 3 p.m.)
- Performers: Alejandro FernĂĄndez, Belinda, Danny Ocean, J Balvin, Lila Downs, Los Ăngeles Azules, ManĂĄ, and Tyla.
Q&A
Who are the artists performing at the 2026 World Cup halftime show?
The halftime show will feature Madonna, Shakira, BTS, and characters from The Muppets.
When is the halftime show for the 2026 World Cup scheduled?
The halftime show is scheduled for July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
What new elements will the 2026 World Cup introduce besides the halftime show?
The tournament will also include three opening ceremonies in different locations.
