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Report: Shakira, BTS and Other Artists Didn't Get Paid Based on Talent Fee at World Cup Final Halftime Show

The FIFA World Cup 2026 introduced a Super Bowl-style halftime show featuring global stars like Shakira and BTS but the performers were reportedly not paid traditional fees.

International Business Times UK

Madonna, BTS and more World Cup halftime performers see jump in song streams, Justin Bieber up 110%

Industry data and analytics company Luminate has found that the 2026 World Cup halftime performers experienced considerable jumps in the streams of the songs they performed live at the final on Sunday

The Independent UK

We’ve been desperate for someone to take on Donald Trump. Who knew it would be Coldplay’s Chris Martin?

The World Cup left us with some surprising heroes. Kudos to pop’s leader of the bland and his very public rebuke to hatred and division, says music journalist Simon Price

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The Surprising Reason Madonna, Shakira, BTS, and Justin Bieber Made $0 at the FIFA World Cup

The FIFA World Cup final in 2026 featured a Super Bowl-style half-time show, with world-famous artists, a charitable mission, and controversy among football fans.

International Business Times UK

Robbie Williams addresses World Cup final TV incident after white object falls from mouth

The singer later took to social media to share a video explaining the mysterious item, clarifying the nature of the unexpected moment

The Independent UK

Before You Call It Crap: What FIFA's First Halftime Show Was Actually Built to Do

Eleven Minutes, Two Dead Rock Legends' Golf Cart, and a Fight Nobody's Actually Having. Rooney called it "crap" in five words. A closer look at the World Cup's first halftime show finds a more complicated, defensible verdict.

Latin Times

Shakira reflects on 'special' World Cup experience

Shakira has reflected on her association with the FIFA World Cup.

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Robbie Williams pokes fun at ‘deeply unprofessional’ blunder in World Cup show

The 52-year-old singer drew attention for an appearance on German TV channel Magenta Sport.

Evening Standard

World Cup Half Time Show Blasted as a 'Bad Trip,' Fans Petitioned Shakira to Write All Songs Going Forward

FIFA's attempt to introduce a Super Bowl-style half-time show for the World Cup has faced criticism, with fans urging a return to traditional football culture and calling for Shakira's involvement.

International Business Times UK

Shakira Sparks Viral Frenzy With Spain Hero Ferran Torres at World Cup as Fans Mock Gerard Pique

Shakira's appearance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final with Ferran Torres reignited discussions about her past relationship with Gerard Piqué, highlighting the enduring public interest in their story.

International Business Times UK

Shakira's World Cup final dress features 200,000 Swarovski crystals

Shakira's World Cup final outfit by Roberto Cavalli boasted over 200,000 Swarovski crystals, which took 120 hours to apply by hand.

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FIFA seems hell-bent on destroying the World Cup brand (with the help of Shakira and Justin Bieber)

Did the World Cup final really require a pop concert?

Creative Bloq

“This is like a bad trip": Liam Gallagher, Wayne Rooney and others share their views on the first ever World Cup Halftime Show

It featured Madonna, BTS, Shakira, Justin Bieber and Coldplay

MusicRadar

Justin Bieber, Madonna Feud Rumours: Alleged World Cup Halftime Show 2026 Tension Explained

Reports suggest Madonna and Justin Bieber clashed over creative control of the 2026 World Cup final halftime show in New York.

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Evening Standard

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.

International Business Times UK

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.

The Independent UK

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

World Cup half-time show controversy as fans criticise ‘massacre’

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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.

The National (Scotland)

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”.

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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

The Guardian - UK

Spain’s system subdues a team built on the irrational magic of Messi’s lone genius

The route to this World Cup victory involved beating the other 2022 finalist and then suffocating Argentina as they dried out in the sun

International Business Times UK

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.

Sports Illustrated

The Inaugural World Cup Halftime Was Too Crowded To Be Effective—But I Still Kind of Liked It

Madonna, BTS and more co-headlined an inaugural World Cup halftime show that took a maximalist approach to spectacle.

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“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,

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