J Balvin, Doja Cat, Tems to headline first-ever FIFA Club World Cup halftime show

In a landmark moment for football and global entertainment, FIFA has announced that international music stars J Balvin, Doja Cat, and Tems will headline the first-ever halftime show at a FIFA tournament. The performance is scheduled to take place during the final match of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, set for July 13, 2025, at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, USA.

This historic move brings the glamour of music and sport together on one of the world’s biggest stages, promising an unforgettable experience for fans across the globe.

The show will be creatively overseen by Coldplay’s frontman Chris Martin and produced in partnership with Global Citizen, a leading international advocacy organization. The performance will be broadcast live via DAZN, offering global audiences front-row access to the groundbreaking event.

The initiative is more than just entertainment; it is also tied to a meaningful cause. As part of the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, the halftime show aims to raise $100 million to improve access to quality education for children around the world. Notably, one dollar from every tournament ticket sold in the United States will go toward this fund.

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup marks the debut of the expanded 32-team format, which will be held across various cities in the United States from June 14 to July 13, 2025. The tournament kicks off with a highly anticipated opening match between Inter Miami and Al Ahly in Miami.

With football’s growing global appeal, FIFA is embracing the fusion of sport, culture, and advocacy—offering fans more than just matches, but a stage where talent, diversity, and social impact meet.

For the headline performers, this is not only a career milestone but also a cultural moment. J Balvin, known for his reggaeton anthems, Doja Cat, a genre-bending pop and rap sensation, and Tems, Nigeria’s breakout Afrobeats star, represent a rich blend of global music cultures. Their involvement underscores FIFA’s commitment to celebrating diversity and reaching younger, multicultural audiences worldwide.