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World Cup halftime show reviews 2026: The best, worst reactions to Shakira, Justin Bieber, Madonna, BTS performances

The Sporting News tracked live updates from Sunday's halftime show.

World Cup final halftime show: Rating every performer as Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber and Shakira star

The first World Cup final halftime show brought together some of the biggest names in music, with BTS, Justin Bieber, Madonna ...

Lamine Yamal's father leaves fans stunned after unexpected BTS Jin connection emerges

Lamine Yamal's father, Mounir Nasraoui, has gone viral after fans discovered he was born in 1992, the same year as BTS member ...

Madonna, BTS and More Bring Spectacle to World Cup Halftime

Shakira and Justin Bieber were among the other performers in a star-packed performance that aims to mimic the Super Bowl halftime show’s cultural success.

The World Cup Halftime Show Has a Long, Long Way to Go

A too-busy lineup featuring Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber, and Shakira ultimately disappointed audiences.