BTS is set to headline the historic FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Halftime Show, marking the tournament's first-ever halftime spectacle. The performance will take place during the July 19 final at New York New Jersey Stadium. Fans can watch it through official broadcasters worldwide, including Zee5 in India. The event also features Shakira, Madonna, Justin Bieber and others, while supporting the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund for children's education and sports initiatives.BTS is preparing for what could be one of the biggest performances of their careers, as the group reunites on football's grandest stage. The septet will serve as headliners of the historic FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Halftime Show, the first halftime entertainment spectacle in a World Cup final. Millions of football fans and ARMY across the world are expected to tune in and viewers are now looking for the exact broadcast timings, streaming platforms and what to expect from the landmark event.BTS World Cup Halftime Show: Date, Venue, and Global TimingsThe final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be played on Sunday 19 July at the New York New Jersey Stadium. Kickoff is set for 3:00 p.m. ET (19:00 GMT).The halftime show is expected to begin around 3:55 p.m. ET, though it could start a little earlier or later depending on stoppage time in the first half and delays to the game. The performance is expected to be about 11 minutes long and FIFA are expected to extend the usual half-time break to allow for stage production and artist performances, reports said.Fans around the world can watch the show through FIFA's official broadcast partners in their respective countries.Country/RegionExpected Halftime Show TimeWhere to Watch / Streaming PlatformUnited States (ET)3:55 p.m., July 19Fox Sports, TelemundoCanada3:55 p.m., July 19Bell MediaMexico3:55 p.m., July 19TelevisaUnivision, TV AztecaArgentina4:55 p.m., July 19Telefe, TV Pública, TyC SportsBrazil4:55 p.m., July 19Grupo Globo, CazéTV, SBTN SportsUnited Kingdom8:55 p.m. BST, July 19BBC, ITV, STVPortugal8:55 p.m. WEST, July 19Sport TV, LiveModeTVMorocco8:55 p.m. WEST, July 19beIN SportsFrance9:55 p.m. CEST, July 19M6, beIN SportsGermany9:55 p.m. CEST, July 19ARD, ZDF, Magenta SportSpain9:55 p.m. CEST, July 19RTVE, Mediapro, DAZNNetherlands9:55 p.m. CEST, July 19NOSSouth Africa9:55 p.m. SAST, July 19New World TV, Sporty TVEgypt10:55 p.m. EEST, July 19beIN SportsUnited Arab Emirates11:55 p.m. GST, July 19Local FIFA World Cup broadcasterIndia1:25 a.m. IST, July 20Zee Entertainment, Doordarshan, Unite8 SportsThailand2:55 a.m. ICT, July 20Official FIFA World Cup broadcasterChina3:55 a.m. CST, July 20China Media GroupSouth Korea4:55 a.m. KST, July 20Local FIFA World Cup broadcasterJapan4:55 a.m. JST, July 20Local FIFA World Cup broadcasterAustralia (Eastern)5:55 a.m. AEST, July 20SBS, SBS On DemandNew Zealand7:55 a.m. NZST, July 20NZTVBTS headlines FIFA World Cup 2026 Halftime Show with global starsThe 2026 edition introduces a Super Bowl-style halftime show to the FIFA World Cup final for the very first time. FIFA has partnered with Global Citizen for the production, while Coldplay frontman Chris Martin is serving as the creative curator.BTS will share the stage with an impressive lineup that includes Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira, Burna Boy, conductor Gustavo Dudamel, the PS22 Chorus, Sesame Street characters, and The Muppets.The celebrations will begin even before kick-off. Post Malone is expected to lead the closing ceremony, while Jennifer Hudson is scheduled to perform the national anthem. Several other celebrities, including Tom Cruise, IShowSpeed, Robbie Williams, Nicole Scherzinger and Laura Pausini, are also expected to be part of the World Cup festivities.BTS adds another FIFA milestoneThis performance marks BTS' first appearance together at a FIFA World Cup ceremony since completing military service and resuming full group activities. It also makes them the first K-pop act to headline a FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show.The event carries added significance for Jungkook, who previously performed Dreamers during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 opening ceremony. His appearance at the 2026 final makes him the first Korean and Asian artist to perform at multiple FIFA World Cup ceremonies.In an official statement, BTS reflected on the opportunity, saying it was "a great honour" to perform on a stage that brings people together from across the globe. The group added that they believe music can inspire hope and unity, while supporting children's education through the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund makes the occasion even more meaningful.Will BTS release a FIFA World Cup song?Speculation about new BTS music tied to the tournament continues to grow. During a Weverse Live on July 8, j-hope was asked directly if BTS would release a FIFA song. Instead of confirming or denying the possibility, he simply replied, "Mmm," before shrugging.That brief reaction was enough to send fans into overdrive. While no official announcement has followed, many ARMY members believe the group could still have another surprise planned as the World Cup final approaches.