Doja Cat and J Balvin will join Nigerian star Tems to headline the inaugural halftime show at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Final on July 13 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. This star-studded event, curated by Coldplay’s Chris Martin, marks the first-ever halftime show in a FIFA competition and will be broadcast live worldwide on DAZN.com. The performance aims to unite global audiences while supporting the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which seeks to raise $100 million to improve access to education for children around the world.
The announcement was made public jointly by FIFA and Global Citizen on Monday, June 9, 2025
Performance Details:
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Event: Inaugural FIFA Club World Cup Final Halftime Show
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Date: Sunday, July 13, 2025
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Location: MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA
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Headline Performers: Nigerian star Tems, American pop icon Doja Cat, and Colombian superstar J Balvin
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Show Curator: Chris Martin, lead vocalist of Coldplay
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Broadcast: Live and free worldwide on DAZN.com
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Purpose: The halftime show supports the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, aiming to raise over $100 million to improve access to quality education and football for children globally
This groundbreaking halftime show marks the first time FIFA will feature such an entertainment spectacle during a club football final, aiming to rival the grandeur of the NFL’s Super Bowl halftime experience. Beyond entertainment, the event carries a powerful mission: supporting the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which seeks to raise over $100 million to improve access to quality education for children worldwide.
Tems, known for her soulful voice and genre-defying artistry, expressed her excitement about the performance, emphasizing the unifying power of music and football. “We’re going to bring the world together for a beautiful moment, to celebrate football, feel the unity that music brings, and improve the lives of millions of children through the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund,” she said.
Her inclusion in this historic lineup not only highlights her growing international influence but also cements her status as one of Africa’s most impactful musical exports. With a string of accolades, including multiple RIAA certifications and a recent Billboard Diamond Award, Tems continues to break barriers and captivate audiences worldwide.
