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Justin Bieber joins World Cup final halftime show featuring Madonna, Shakira and BTS
By Maria Sherman | The Associated Press at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· July 8, 2026
· 2 min read
Justin Bieber will bring his swag to the World Cup’s star-studded, Super Bowl-style halftime show, joining fellow headliners Madonna, Shakira and BTS, FIFA announced Wednesday.
Afrobeats star Burna Boy, Venezuelan conductor Gustavo Dudamel and the PS22 Chorus — a choir of elementary school stu...
Key takeaway Afrobeats star Burna Boy, Venezuelan conductor Gustavo Dudamel and the PS22 Chorus — a choir of elementary school students based in Staten Island, New York — will also perform, the last joined by Coldplay.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
While the World Cup final halftime show may seem like a distant event, its impact will be felt in Los Angeles , where education and access to resources are ongoing concerns. The FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which the halftime show supports, aims to raise $100 million to help children access education and soccer. This mission resonates in a city like Los Angeles, where many schools face challenges in providing adequate resources and opportunities for their students. The involvement of local favorite Coldplay, as well as the diverse lineup of performers, may also inspire Angelenos to learn more about the fund's efforts and how they can contribute to supporting education in their own community. As the city's residents watch the halftime show, they may consider how they can make a positive impact on local education initiatives, mirroring the fund's goal of expanding access to education worldwide.
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Category: schools ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Justin Bieber will bring his swag to the World Cup’s star-studded, Super Bowl-style halftime show, joining fellow headliners Madonna, Shakira and BTS, FIFA announced Wednesday.
Afrobeats star Burna Boy, Venezuelan conductor Gustavo Dudamel and the PS22 Chorus — a choir of elementary school stu...
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