"Turning into a kpop event": FIFA's bold BTS halftime show move sparks controversy ahead of World Cup final
FIFA's announcement of Madonna, Shakira and BTS as performers for the 2026 World Cup final halftime show has sparked intense online debate. While many fans welcomed the star-studded lineup, others argued football is becoming too focused on entertainment. BTS supporters defended the group's inclusion, citing Jungkook's 2022 World Cup performance and the band's global appeal, while critics questioned FIFA's growing emphasis on K-pop and American-style spectacle.
FIFA's announcement of Madonna, Shakira and BTS as performers for the 2026 World Cup final halftime show has sparked intense online debate. While many fans welcomed the star-studded lineup, others argued football is becoming too focused on entertainment. BTS supporters defended the group's inclusion, citing Jungkook's 2022 World Cup performance and the band's global appeal, while critics questioned FIFA's growing emphasis on K-pop and American-style spectacle.
