World Cup Final Halftime Show Lineup Unveiled: Fans React with Outrage
Fans of the WORLD CUP are less than thrilled about the newly announced half-time performance for the final.
Organizers have revealed Madonna, Shakira, and BTS as the co-headliners for the event.
Justin Bieber will also take part in the 11-minute performance during the New Jersey finale on July 19.
The 32-year-old Canadian musician stated: “The FIFA World Cup unites people globally in a remarkable way.”
The show will benefit the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which seeks to enhance educational opportunities and football access for children worldwide.
Bieber expressed appreciation for being included in the half-time show and noted, “I’m even more grateful to know this will help expand access to education for children everywhere.”
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Although Bieber’s inclusion is viewed as a significant boost for FIFA, fan reactions on social media have been lukewarm.
One user on X commented: “Not much to say about that.”
Another added: “Yawn.”
A third person remarked: “The game seems to have lost its charm.”
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A fourth commenter pointed out: “Just look at the current state of the World Cup, especially considering no one asked for this.”
The half-time show has been curated by Chris Martin of Coldplay and will also feature Burna Boy, characters from Sesame Street and The Muppets, a children’s choir from Staten Island, and Venezuelan conductor Gustavo Dudamel.
