Global Citizen CEO Announces First-Ever FIFA World Cup Halftime Show Featuring Madonna, BTS, and Shakira
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature its first-ever halftime show, curated by Coldplay's Chris Martin and headlining Madonna, BTS, and Shakira. Global Citizen CEO Hugh Evans discussed the upcoming performance on Bloomberg Television. The event is expected to become the most-viewed halftime show in history.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will break tradition by featuring a dedicated halftime show for the first time in the tournament's history. The performance will be curated by Chris Martin of Coldplay and will include performances by major international artists including Madonna, BTS, and Shakira. Global Citizen CEO Hugh Evans appeared on Bloomberg Television's "The Close" program to discuss the upcoming event. Organizers expect the halftime show to attract a record-breaking global audience, potentially making it the most-viewed halftime performance ever broadcast.
What's missing
The specific date and location of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, the full lineup of performers beyond the three named artists, production budget or logistics details, and confirmation of these plans from FIFA or the tournament organizers themselves.
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Global Citizen CEO on First-Ever FIFA Halftime Show
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