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Report: Shakira, BTS and Other Artists Didn't Get Paid Based on Talent Fee at World Cup Final Halftime Show

The FIFA World Cup 2026 introduced a Super Bowl-style halftime show featuring global stars like Shakira and BTS but the performers were reportedly not paid traditional fees.

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IShowSpeed's Instagram Reel featuring BTS becomes most-viewed in first 24 hours with 300 million views

IShowSpeed's Instagram Reel of meeting BTS at the FIFA World Cup 2026 final achieved a record. The viral video garnered an impressive 300 million views within its initial twenty-four hours. This encounter brought together a major streamer and a popular K-pop group, creating significant buzz. Fans worldwide rapidly shared the…

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Before You Call It Crap: What FIFA's First Halftime Show Was Actually Built to Do

Eleven Minutes, Two Dead Rock Legends' Golf Cart, and a Fight Nobody's Actually Having. Rooney called it "crap" in five words. A closer look at the World Cup's first halftime show finds a more complicated, defensible verdict.

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“They started barking with him”: Fans drop hilarious reactions as IShowSpeed posts special backstage picture with BTS at FIFA World Cup 2026 final

Famous streamer IShowSpeed enjoyed one of the top highlights of the FIFA World Cup final after watching BTS perform during the halftime show. The popular streamer later met the K-pop band backstage. The streamer became a trending topic as videos of his hilarious reaction spread across social media during the…

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IShowSpeed performs 'Champions' at FIFA World Cup 2026 final closing ceremony

IShowSpeed performed his song "Champions" at the FIFA World Cup 2026 final closing ceremony. He became the first content creator to perform live at this major global sporting event. His viral World Cup anthem gained significant popularity among football fans worldwide. FIFA secured rights to his song, which became a…

The Times of India

How to Watch the World Cup 2026 final halftime show: Free Live Streams, TV Channels & Performers

Here's how to watch the halftime show at the FIFA World Cup 2026 final from anywhere, and potentially for free.

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Spain vs Argentina World Cup final: Bastian Schweinsteiger’s message takes fans back 16 years

Spain and Argentina will compete in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. Spain seeks its first title in sixteen years after a semifinal win. Defending champions Argentina aim to secure consecutive World Cup crowns. Bastian Schweinsteiger wished both teams well ahead of the championship match. This final mirrors past tournament…

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'Time for...': Harry Kane breaks silence after England's FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign ends with bronze

England concluded their World Cup campaign with a bronze medal after a thrilling 6-4 victory over France. Bukayo Saka delivered a standout performance, scoring a crucial hat-trick for the Three Lions. The team established a commanding four-goal lead in the first half of the match. France mounted a significant comeback…

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FIFA World Cup 2026 final: Maharashtra allows restaurants, hotels to stay open till 4 am for football fans

The Maharashtra government has allowed restaurants, hotels and eateries to remain open until 4 am on July 20 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. The one-time relaxation applies to enclosed establishments, subject to strict security, noise and public-order regulations, with local police empowered to impose restrictions where necessary.

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Spain vs Argentina FIFA World Cup 2026 Final: Lineup, key players to watch out and other details

Spain vs Argentina FIFA World Cup 2026 Final lineup: Defending champions Argentina will face Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. Spain reached the final after defeating France in their semi-final match. Argentina secured their spot by overcoming England in a dramatic semi-final comeback. Lionel Messi remains Argentina's key…

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Spain vs Argentina FIFA World Cup 2026 Final: India time, telecast, live streaming & full match details

Spain vs Argentina FIFA World Cup 2026 Final India live streaming: Spain and Argentina will compete in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. Spain advanced with a dominant performance, while Argentina showed resilience. The championship match is scheduled for July 19, 2026, in New Jersey. Viewers in India can watch…

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FIFA World Cup 2026 Prize Money: How much winner and runner-up will get after Argentina vs Spain final, check complete prize breakdown of the top four teams

FIFA World Cup 2026 Prize Money: Argentina and Spain compete today in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final match. The tournament offers a record prize pool of $655 million for participating teams. Defending champions Argentina seek their fourth World Cup title against Spain. Spain reached the final after defeating France…

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FIFA World Cup 2026 Top Scorers List: Mbappé’s 10-goal lead puts him on top, but Messi has one last shot at his first Golden Boot

FIFA World Cup 2026 Top Scorers List: The Golden Boot race has a blockbuster finish lined up: Kylian Mbappé leads the FIFA World Cup 2026 scoring charts with 10 goals and a new record, but Lionel Messi still has one final chance to catch him.

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Everything you need to know before the final — format, tickets, halftime show, host cities, prize money, controversies and more

2026 FIFA World Cup Final 2026: The FIFA World Cup 2026 is rewriting history with its expanded format and unprecedented scale. This tournament features 48 teams and 104 matches across three host nations. Argentina will face Spain in the final at MetLife Stadium on July 19. The competition introduces the…

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Who won the last FIFA World Cup? Complete story of the 2022 final and Messi's crowning glory

Last FIFA World Cup trophy: As the countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026 final begins, fans are revisiting the unforgettable 2022 title clash between Argentina and France. Lionel Messi finally lifted the World Cup after a dramatic penalty shootout, while Kylian Mbappe's historic hat-trick helped produce one of the…

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FIFA World Cup 2026 all records so far: Top scorers, goals, assists, clean sheets and historic milestones

FIFA World Cup 2026 records so far: The 2026 FIFA World Cup has seen numerous records shattered across its expanded format. Lionel Messi became the all-time leading scorer and assist provider in men's World Cup history. Spain's Unai Simon set a new record for consecutive clean sheet minutes in goal.…

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FIFA World Cup 2026: England survive France fightback and secure third place in World Cup goalfest

England achieved third place for the first time after a 6-4 win over France. Bukayo Saka scored a hat-trick in this high-scoring playoff match. Kylian Mbappe netted twice, setting new World Cup scoring records. The ten goals set a new record for a third-place playoff game. England's victory marked their…

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How to watch France vs England: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time for FIFA World Cup 2026 third place play-off

Here's how to watch France vs England for free online and from anywhere at the FIFA World Cup 2026, with broadcast details, TV channels and kick-off time included.

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi's World Cup greatness, one record at a time

The spotlight will be firmly on Argentina captain Lionel Messi, who is expected to play the final World Cup match of his career. The 39-year-old will become only the second player after Cafu to appear in three World Cup finals and heads into the decider after scoring eight goals, putting…

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France vs England FIFA World Cup 2026: Lineup, key players, prediction, team stats, injury news

France and England will compete for third place at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Both European giants aim to finish their campaigns on a high note. Didier Deschamps will manage France for the final time after a successful tenure. Key players like Kylian Mbappe and Harry Kane will be crucial.…

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Lamine Yamal, Pelé, Mbappé and more, all-time youngest players to feature in finals

With the upcoming final, Spain's Lamine Yamal and Pau Cubarsí are poised to etch their names into the World Cup record books as the youngest-ever finalists. They step into a rarefied circle of players under twenty, sharing the stage with legends like Pelé from 1958 and Kylian Mbappé from 2018,…

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FIFA World Cup 2026 Final halftime show: Who is performing, how long will it last, and how much will Shakira and others be paid?

The FIFA World Cup 2026 Final will feature a historic halftime show with global music icons. Shakira and Burna Boy will perform the official World Cup song, celebrating unity. The extensive lineup includes Justin Bieber, Madonna, and BTS, among others. Performers are not receiving a fixed fee but gain massive…

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France vs England FIFA World Cup 2026: India time, live streaming, venue, squads and match preview

France and England will compete for third place in the FIFA World Cup 2026. Both teams aim to finish the tournament with a victory and secure the bronze medal. France lost to Spain, while England suffered a late defeat against Argentina. This match marks Didier Deschamps' final game as France's…

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FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Live: Spain vs Argentina date, time, venue, India match time and where to watch

Spain and Argentina will compete for the FIFA World Cup 2026 title. The championship match is scheduled for July 19, 2026, in New Jersey. Indian viewers can watch the final live in the early hours of July 20. England and France will play in the third-place play-off match. ZEE5 and…

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FIFA World Cup 2026 Final tickets: Ticket price, booking, where to buy Argentina vs Spain tickets; Check latest sale details

FIFA World Cup Final ticket prices: FIFA World Cup 2026 Final tickets remain in high demand ahead of Argentina vs Spain at New York New Jersey Stadium. Here's how fans can still buy tickets, the official booking options, latest ticket prices, categories and important details before the title clash.

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