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Doja Cat, J Balvin , and Coldplay performed during the halftime show of the FIFA Club World Cup final between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Chelsea at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, July 13. By halftime, Chelsea had built a commanding 3-0 lead over the French champions, with Cole Palmer scoring twice and Joao Pedro adding a third.The halftime show was highlighted by performances from multiple high-profile artists. Doja Cat opened the entertainment segment with her popular track 'Woman,' while Coldplay followed with their hit 'A Sky Full of Stars.' The performances provided an additional spectacle for fans in attendance and viewers worldwide, complementing the action on the field.Also read: Donald Trump to attend FIFA Club World Cup Final at MetLife Stadium on July 13 ahead of 2026 World Cup J Balvin, known globally as the 'Prince of Reggaeton,' also took the stage. Born Jose Alvaro Osorio Balvín in Medellín, Colombia, Balvin is recognized for hits like 'Mi Gente' and 'I Like It.' His accolades include eleven Billboard Latin Music Awards, six Latin Grammy Awards, five MTV Video Music Awards, seven Latin American Music Awards, and four Grammy Award nominations. His energetic performance brought Latin music flair to the event.Doja Cat, whose full name is Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini, is a Los Angeles-born rapper, singer, songwriter, and producer. She has secured one Grammy Award and received nineteen nominations over her career.Nigerian artist Tems, born Temilade Openiyi, also performed. The Grammy-winning singer and songwriter is celebrated for hits like 'Higher' and her collaborations with global artists such as Wizkid. Her appearance contributed further international appeal to the halftime lineup.Also read: FIFA Club World Cup 2025: Bayern Munich beat Auckland City FC 10-0 to record biggest win in tournament's history Emmanuel Kelly, an Australian singer recognized as the world's first differently-abled pop artist, delivered an inspirational performance. Kelly's story and music added emotional resonance to the show's diverse offerings.The pre-game ceremony also featured notable performances. British pop star Robbie Williams and Italian singer Laura Pausini opened the final with a rendition of 'Desire,' FIFA's newly designated Official Anthem. Their performance helped set an energetic and celebratory tone before kickoff.Legendary American ring announcer Michael Buffer introduced both teams, Chelsea and PSG, with his well-known catchphrase, 'Let's get ready to rumble!' His involvement brought an added sense of drama and anticipation to the opening ceremony in front of a packed MetLife Stadium crowd.
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