Madonna, BTS, Burna Boy turn World Cup final into vibrant global concert [Courtesy]
The 2026 FIFA World Cup final at MetLife Stadium was more than just a football match.
It delivered a blockbuster entertainment spectacle watched by an estimated two billion people worldwide, featuring a star-studded pre-match ceremony and the first-ever halftime show in FIFA World Cup history.
The entertainment began 90 minutes before kickoff with a celebration of the tournament's 48 participating teams.
Internet personality IShowSpeed opened the show alongside dancers and drummers, performing his track "Champions".
