Global Citizen, FIFA unite for inaugural FIFA Club World Cup Final Halftime Show

FIFA Club World Cup Final Halftime Show Presented by Panini

J Balvin, Doja Cat, Tems, and Coldplay lit up MetLife Stadium

The inaugural FIFA Club World Cup Final Halftime Show, presented by Panini, made history yesterday (Sun, July 13th), bringing together a truly international lineup of superstars who captivated audiences worldwide while advancing the opportunity for millions of children to receive quality education. The first-of-its-kind halftime show, produced by Global Citizen and curated by Chris Martin of Coldplay, showcased the power of music to unite cultures and drive meaningful change, and was viewed live globally.

The spectacular show featured artists representing five continents, demonstrating music’s unique ability to transcend borders and unify the world. Colombian superstar J Balvin brought Latin energy to the global stage, while Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Tems showcased the vibrant sounds of West Africa. Grammy-winning American artist Doja Cat delivered an electrifying performance that had the MetLife Stadium crowd on their feet, and Coldplay joined the show for a surprise performance of the band’s hit “A Sky Full Of Stars,” featuring a guest appearance from Australian singer Emmanuel Kelly.

Against the backdrop of the Manhattan skyline, the first halftime show at a FIFA event was staged high above the pitch among MetLife Stadium’s upper-level seats. A dedicated platform and innovative set design built into the stadium's stands provided the impressive crowd with a spectacular show, while also ensuring the pitch remained preserved for the historic match.

Broadcast live and for free on DAZN.com, the halftime event was created as part of a four-year partnership between FIFA and Global Citizen to help improve access to football and quality education for children through the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund. FIFA and Global Citizen aim to raise $100 million for quality education access worldwide. So far, $10 million has been raised to support literacy, reading, and writing programs. This funding is expected to reach over 150 communities and impact the lives of 10,000 children.

This historic performance marks the beginning of an innovative FIFA-Global Citizen partnership that will extend to produce the first-ever FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show in the New York-New Jersey stadium on July 19, 2026.