Fans Vote BTS Most Anticipated Performer for 2026 FIFA World Cup Halftime Show
A recent Billboard poll indicates that fans are most excited to see K-pop group BTS perform at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The septet garnered over 8 million votes, accounting for 54% of responses. LISA of BLACKPINK secured the second spot with more than 6.5 million votes, representing 43% of the survey participants. BTS is confirmed to perform at a Super Bowl-esque halftime show during the final game on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., sharing the stage with Madonna and Shakira. The 2026 World Cup commenced on July 11, with opening ceremonies and matches held across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
K-pop sensation BTS has been voted the most highly anticipated act to perform at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to the results of a Billboard poll. The survey, which closed on Monday, June 15, asked readers who they were most eager to see at the tournament.
BTS received more than 8 million votes, making up 54% of the total responses. LISA of BLACKPINK followed in second place, commanding approximately 43% of the votes with over 6.5 million. While these two K-pop acts dominated the survey, other notable contenders included Shakira, Anitta, Katy Perry, and Madonna.
The 2026 World Cup began on Thursday, July 11, with opening matches and festivities taking place jointly across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The first-day ceremonies featured performances by Katy Perry, LISA, and Future in the U.S. In Canada, Alanis Morissette and Michael Bublé performed, while Shakira and Burna Boy took the stage in Mexico City.
BTS's scheduled performance is set for the final game on July 19, which will be held at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. The group is confirmed to participate in a first-of-its-kind Super Bowl-esque halftime show, sharing the lineup with Madonna and Shakira. This special performance is being curated by Coldplay's Chris Martin.
According to Billboard, the poll results suggest that BTS's final game appearance is expected to be a highlight among the entertainment offerings planned for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
