Liam Gallagher compares divisive World Cup halftime show to ‘a bad trip’ Super Bowl-style medley of performances featured artists including Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber and Shakira The Independent UK · Jul 20
Muppets, Donald Trump and Lego trophies: The top 10 weirdest moments from the World Cup final Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in added time in a game which was full of colourful and at times farcical incidents but notably low on football quality The Independent UK · Jul 20
World Cup half-time show review round-up: ‘Lots of stars and little purpose’ The likes of Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber, Shakira and The Muppets performed at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Evening Standard · Jul 20
FIFA World Cup Half-Time Show Performers Ranked by Net Worth: Who Is the Richest? Madonna, Justin Bieber, Shakira, Coldplay, BTS, and Burna Boy headlined FIFA's first World Cup half-time show. Here's how their estimated net worths compare. International Business Times UK · Jul 20
BBC commentator mistakes Pharrell Williams for ‘AKA Rocky’ in cringeworthy World Cup moment Matt Damon, Beyonce and Dua Lipa were other stars among the crowd at last night’s World Cup final The Independent UK · Jul 20
World Cup half-time show controversy as fans criticise ‘massacre’ IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 20
Wayne Rooney Called the First World Cup Halftime Show 'Crap' – Here's Why Fans Were Divided Wayne Rooney labelled the World Cup final halftime show 'crap', sparking debate over FIFA's attempt to blend football with entertainment. The star-studded performance divided fans and pundits alike. International Business Times UK · Jul 20
Wayne Rooney delivers X-rated verdict on World Cup final half-time show Former England forward Rooney branded the first World Cup final half-time show “crap”. The National (Scotland) · Jul 20
No love for the World Cup half time show... the three hour wait to get into the stadium was more entertaining The inaugural World Cup half time show took place during the Spain vs Argentina final at the New York New Jersey Stadium FourFourTwo · Jul 20
Wayne Rooney Slams FIFA World Cup Halftime Show as 'Crap' After Madonna, Justin Bieber and Shakira Perform Wayne Rooney criticised FIFA's first World Cup halftime show, calling it 'crap'. Despite his comments, FIFA praised the event for its entertainment and charitable contributions. International Business Times UK · Jul 20
“Utter Garbage”: FIFA’s First-Ever World Cup Halftime Show Divides Billions As Fans Brand It A “Disaster” “The football final is not a concert. This was ridiculous. There's already enough money in the pocket; there's no need to put on these shows," wrote one user, Bored Panda · Jul 19
Madonna, Shakira and Ted Lasso appear in first World Cup half-time show The 11-minute performance on Sunday also saw Justin Bieber step on to the pitch along with Burna Boy and Korean pop group BTS. Evening Standard · Jul 19
Wayne Rooney delivers brutal verdict on first World Cup final half-time show The 11-minute spectacle featured performances from artists including Madonna, Shakira and Justin Bieber. Evening Standard · Jul 19
Madonna leads star-studded extravaganza at World Cup halftime show with Justin Bieber, Shakira and Burna Boy Madonna, Justin Bieber, Shakira and Burna Boy led a smooth halftime show Evening Standard · Jul 19
Bangkok Post · Jul 19 Madonna, Shakira, Bieber and The Muppets light up World Cup half-time show EAST RUTHERFORD (UNITED STATES) - Musical headliners Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber, BTS and Coldplay were joined by Brazilian soccer icons and "Ted Lasso" actors in a spectacular first-ever World Cup final halftime show on Sunday.
The Independent UK · Jul 19 All the famous faces at World Cup final from Timothee Chalamet and Kylie Jenner to David Beckham The World Cup final in New Jersey has attracted a significant number of celebrities and sports legends.
Evening Standard · Jul 19 Wayne Rooney issues damning verdict of World Cup final half-time show Former England forward gave a brutal opinion on the controversial spectacle
Euronews · Jul 19 Shakira leads first World Cup half-time show that briefly steals the spotlight The show extended the interval to nearly 30 minutes as FIFA sought to turn football's biggest match into a global entertainment event.
International Business Times UK · Jul 19 World Cup Final Halftime Show: Start Time, Performers And How To Watch In The US And UK The World Cup Final will feature its first-ever halftime show with performances by BTS, Justin Bieber, Madonna, and Shakira, marking a historic shift in football entertainment.
International Business Times UK · Jul 19 FIFA's $100M Halftime Show Already Draws Backlash: Fans Slam 11-Minute Madonna-BTS-Bieber Set BTS, Madonna, and Shakira will headline FIFA's first World Cup final halftime show on 19 July, marking a historic crossover between football and pop culture.
The Independent UK · Jul 19 The Cure’s Robert Smith slams Fifa and ‘small hand’ Trump over World Cup Halftime Show: ‘Argh!’ The first-of-its-kind halftime show will be overseen by Coldplay’s Chris Martin and features performances from Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS and Shakira
Fashion Times · Jul 18 What Madonna, Shakira, BTS and Justin Bieber Could Wear at FIFA's First World Cup Final Halftime Show See what Madonna, Shakira, BTS and Justin Bieber could wear at FIFA's first World Cup Final halftime show, from stadium-ready performance fashion to cultural style influences.
The Economic Times · Jul 18 FIFA World Cup 2026 Final halftime show: Who is performing, how long will it last, and how much will Shakira and others be paid? The FIFA World Cup 2026 Final will feature a historic halftime show with global music icons. Shakira and Burna Boy will perform the official World Cup song, celebrating unity. The extensive lineup includes Justin Bieber, Madonna, and BTS, among others. Performers are not receiving a fixed fee but gain massive…
Sports Illustrated · Jul 17 Every Celebrity Set to Perform at the 2026 World Cup Final The match between Argentina and Spain will be a star-studded affair.
Euronews · Jul 17 The Cure’s Robert Smith lashes out at the World Cup halftime show Not everyone is a fan of the upcoming World Cup final halftime show, with The Cure's Robert Smith posting his blunt but oddly poetic (considering the image) thoughts on FIFA's Super Bowl-style performance on Sunday.