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BTS, Madonna, Shakira to headline World Cup Final; Hybe shares jump 7.2%

May 14, 2026

Summary

BTS, Madonna, and Shakira are set to co-headline the first-ever FIFA World Cup Final halftime show at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19. Coldplay's Chris Martin will curate the event, which is expected to be the biggest and most expensive World Cup in history.

How coverage differs

  • Center: BTS takes center stage at World Cup Final; Hybe shares soar Center outlets report factually on BTS, Madonna, and Shakira being set to co-headline the FIFA World Cup Final halftime show at MetLife Stadium on July 19. They also note the financial impact, specifically mentioning Hybe shares jumped 7.2% following the announcement.
  • Right: Global Pop Icons Unite for Historic World Cup Halftime Spectacle Right-leaning outlets focus on the star-studded lineup of Shakira, Madonna, and BTS co-headlining the first-ever FIFA World Cup Final halftime show. They highlight the massive scale of the event at MetLife Stadium, underscoring the spectacle of these global superstars performing together.

Coverage by lane

Center

  • BTS to headline World Cup Final halftime show with Madonna, Shakira; Hybe shares jump 7.2%

Right

  • Shakira, Madonna and BTS co-headline first-ever World Cup Final halftime show

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