Shakira, Madonna, Justin Bieber and BTS perform at colourful World Cup half-time show

The band Animal performed during the half-time show - with an appearance from the MuppetsPost Malone was joined by rapper Swae Lee to sing their hit song SunflowerUS actress Jessica Alba and US actor Danny Ramirez were spotted waving flagsItalian singer Pausini told the BBC she had goosebumps when Williams invited her to sing alongside him.

South Korean K-pop group BTSThe stadium was a riot of colour for the half-time show, with fireworks ringing the stadiumSeveral celebrities were spotted watching, including Kylie Jenner and her boyfriend Timothée Chalamet, as well as Beyoncé and Jay-Z.

Pop giants Madonna, BTS, Shakira and Justin Bieber performed for thousands of spectators at the 2026 World Cup final half-time show.