Madonna, Shakira and BTS to headline World Cup half-time show
Madonna, Shakira and K-pop boy band BTS will headline the Super Bowl-style half-time show at this summer's World Cup final.
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"The show will be a historic moment for the Fifa World Cup, befitting the biggest sporting event in the world."
— Gianni Infantino , Executive
Key People
BTS is a globally popular South Korean boy band known for their music and cultural impact.
Chris Martin is the frontman of the band Coldplay and is credited for lyrics and music on a track for Blackpink.
President of FIFA.
Madonna is a seven-time Grammy winner and pop star releasing a new album.
Colombian singer known for her performances and music.
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Madonna, Shakira and K-pop boy band BTS will headline the Super Bowl-style half-time show at this summer's World Cup final.
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