FIFA confirms that Canadian pop star Justin Bieber will co-headline the halftime show for the FIFA World Cup 2026 final on July 19 at the New York New Jersey Stadium. The announcement follows FIFA’s prior confirmations that Madonna, Shakira and BTS would also appear, making the show a highly international lineup. Multiple outlets describe the production as a “Super Bowl-style” entertainment event, with an expected runtime of about 11 minutes during the match interval. The show is curated by Coldplay frontman Chris Martin and is produced in collaboration with Global Citizen. Reports list additional performers and contributors including Burna Boy, conductor Gustavo Dudamel and the PS22 Chorus, with Coldplay associated with the event. FIFA President Gianni Infantino is quoted saying the performance is intended to unite music and football and to support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which focuses on expanding access to education and football opportunities for children worldwide. Bieber is also quoted expressing enthusiasm about participating in an event that brings together audiences across cultures and nations. Some coverage also notes that the spectacle is a new direction for the tournament’s entertainment presentation and could raise debate among traditional football supporters.