The World Cup halftime show’s goals: Go fast and keep off the grass
The 2026 World Cup halftime show is set to be a spectacle, with a star-studded lineup and a focus on speed and efficiency.
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The 2026 World Cup final halftime show and closing ceremony are shaping up to be major events. Coverage from TODAY.com, ABC News, kare11.com, and 10TV highlights a diverse lineup of performers.
Justin Bieber, Shakira, BTS, Post Malone, and Jennifer Hudson are among the artists scheduled to perform. The lineup for the United States' national anthem at the FIFA World Cup final is also a topic of interest.
Coverage does not yet specify the anthem performer or any additional details about the halftime show logistics.
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Quick answers
Who is performing at the 2026 World Cup final halftime show?
Justin Bieber, Shakira, BTS, Post Malone, and Jennifer Hudson are among the performers scheduled for the 2026 World Cup final halftime show and closing ceremony.
What are the goals for the 2026 World Cup halftime show?
The halftime show aims to be fast-paced and efficient, with performers instructed to keep off the grass.
Who will perform the United States' national anthem at the FIFA World Cup final?
Coverage does not yet specify the performer for the United States' national anthem at the FIFA World Cup final.
Coverage (4)
- Justin Bieber, Shakira, BTS and More Performing at 2026 World Cup Final Closing Ceremony and Halftime Show TODAY.com · 1h ago
- Post Malone, Jennifer Hudson and more to perform at 2026 FIFA World Cup closing ceremony ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos · 4h ago
- Who's performing at the World Cup final halftime show? See the star-studded lineup kare11.com · 4h ago
- Who is performing the United States' national anthem at the FIFA World Cup final? 10TV · 4h ago
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