Doja Cat, Tems, and J Balvin to Headline First-Ever FIFA Club World Cup Final Halftime Show
While Kendrick Lamar and the Super Bowl halftime show continue to dominate headlines, another major sports event is quietly building an entertainment spectacle of its own. The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup final will debut its first-ever halftime show this summer, and it’s already shaping up to be a major moment in music and sports crossover.
As reported by Pitchfork, Doja Cat, Tems, and J Balvin will headline the inaugural halftime performance at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on Sunday, July 13. This groundbreaking show is curated by none other than Coldplay frontman Chris Martin and could set the stage for a new FIFA tradition. FIFA president Gianni Infantino has even hinted at a potential Drake performance for the 2026 World Cup.
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup final’s halftime show won’t just be about star power — it will also support an important cause. The production is being developed in collaboration with the Global Citizen nonprofit organization, with the goal of raising $100 million for the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund. This initiative aims to boost educational efforts for children worldwide.
Fans around the globe will be able to tune in as well. Sports streaming giant DAZN will livestream the performances on match day, giving international viewers a front-row seat to this historic show.
This summer’s headliners bring plenty of recent live-performance experience to the table, promising an electrifying show.
Doja Cat recently wowed fans during the Las Vegas stop of the “Grand National” tour, appearing as a surprise guest alongside Kendrick Lamar, Mustard, and SZA. The highlight of her set was a special performance of “Kiss Me More” with SZA — their first joint rendition of the hit track since 2021.
Meanwhile, Nigerian singer Tems continues to expand her global presence. She delivered a standout performance at Raleigh, North Carolina’s Dreamville Fest, sharing the stage with hip-hop heavyweights like J. Cole. A candid backstage moment between Tems and J. Cole even went viral, further cementing her status as an artist to watch.
Latin superstar J Balvin, known for his vibrant stage presence and chart-topping hits, will no doubt bring a global flair to the show, making it an unforgettable experience for fans of all backgrounds.
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup final is set to kick off on June 14, with matches taking place across multiple U.S. venues. The July 13 halftime show at MetLife Stadium will serve as the grand finale — and possibly the beginning of a new FIFA tradition.
If this inaugural event proves successful, it’s likely that we’ll see many more musical performances at future FIFA tournaments. With global stars like Doja Cat, Tems, and J Balvin leading the way, the world of sports entertainment is about to get even more exciting.
