Shakira, Madonna, BTS to headline World Cup final’s first halftime show
Pop icon Madonna, Latin music superstar Shakira and K-pop sensations BTS will headline the first halftime show at a FIFA World Cup final, organizers — and the Muppets — said early Thursday.
Pop icon Madonna, Latin music superstar Shakira and K-pop sensations BTS will headline the first halftime show at a FIFA World Cup final, organizers — and the Muppets — said early Thursday.
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The headliners, some of the biggest musical acts from past and present, will make history when they take the stage at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19.
Coldplay singer Chris Martin, with the help of furry “Sesame Street” friend Elmo, made the announcement in a video. In it, Martin, who is curating the show, tells Elmo of the significance of the performance — and gets some help choosing the performers.
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