The FIFA World Cup halftime show will feature a star-studded lineup including BTS, Madonna, and Shakira, as announced by FIFA. This historic performance is set for July 19 in New Jersey, and aims to raise funds for the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which seeks to gather $100 million to enhance access to quality education and football for children globally. The halftime show was teased by Coldplay's Chris Martin and Elmo alongside iconic Muppet characters. Additionally, the opening ceremony for the 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place on June 12 at BMO Field in Toronto, Canada, featuring performances from artists such as Nora Fatehi, Michael Bublé, and Alanis Morissette. This will mark the first World Cup held in the U.S. since 1994, which was the most attended tournament in history.