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I dont know what to expect exactly, but im SOOO EXCITED TO SEE!!!
* [Global Citizen on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/DYVXUQmzYgi)
>On July 19, 2026, Madonna, Shakira, and BTS will take the stage for the first-ever FIFA World Cup™ Halftime Show ⚽️ A World Cup Final first, this show will be a celebration of sport, culture and purpose in support of the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, our landmark initiative working to expand access to quality education and sport for children everywhere.
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>Head to [globalcitizen.org/worldcup](https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/events-broadcasts/fifa-world-cup-final-half-time-show/) to learn more.
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* [Son Sungdeuk on Instagram Story](https://www.instagram.com/stories/sonsungdeuk/3896666558256825035)
>👍
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* [Hugh Jackman on Instagram Story](https://www.instagram.com/stories/thehughjackman/3896790385310168426)
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Absolutely their biggest stage ever. I know BTS is going to do amazing. 🤩 just gotta tune out all the negativity beforehand.
Shakira said she’s performing a new song created for the World Cup. The opening ceremony song is also new… I’m expecting a new bts song??
* [[The Athletic by NYTimes] Shakira, Madonna and BTS will not be paid for World Cup final half-time show](https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7279951/2026/05/14/world-cup-final-shakira-madonna-bts-pay/)
>Global Citizen sources, speaking on the condition of anonymity to protect relationships, have confirmed to *The Athletic* that Shakira, Madonna and BTS will not be receiving a performance fee and are instead donating their time to the social justice organization.
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Did they say anything about a new song for this?!