J Balvin, Doja Cat and Tems to Headline First-Ever FIFA Club World Cup Halftime Show
The Halftime Show is set to broadcast on July 13th at MetLife Stadium, and it will air free globally through DAZN.com.
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'From Medellín to MetLife — I'm honored to headline the first-ever halftime show of the FIFA Club World Cup final,' J Balvin said in a statement. 'It's a historic moment — for me, for Latin culture, and for every kid who dreams big.'
As Tems said: '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. I can't wait — see you at the FIFA Club World Cup final!'
In their announcement, the organizations said the Halftime Show will support previously announced FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which is seeking to raise $100 million for access for education to children around the world. FIFA and Global Citizen said Monday that $1 from each ticket for this summer's Club World Cup will go to the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund.
For the first-ever halftime show in a FIFA competition, we're proud to partner with Global Citizen to bring together a global superstar lineup,' FIFA president Gianni Infantino said in a statement. 'Together we are going to make history on a special occasion where football and music unites the world. FIFA and Global Citizen are partnering to support a powerful cause: giving every child the chance to learn, play, and dream. Not only that, but with every ticket sold, we're investing in their future through the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund. This show will be unforgettable – not just for its spectacle on a landmark night, but also for the lasting impact it will make.'
The Club World Cup will take place in the U.S. this summer from June 14th through July 13th. Aside from the Club World Cup, Global Citizen is also producing the World Cup final next year. The organizations said more information on that show will be announced 'in due course.'
Global Citizen is producing the Club World Cup Halftime Show in partnership with Live Nation, Done+Dusted, and DPS. Hamish Hamilton is directing and executive producing the show. Guy Carrington and Dave Meyers are also listed as executive producers.
'To end extreme poverty we need to ensure every child gets access to a quality education,' Global Citizen co-founder and CEO Hugh Evans said in a statement. 'That's why, together with our partners at FIFA, we're calling on football fans everywhere to take action. The FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund brings together the global energy of football and music to raise USD 100 million – and give children around the world a real chance at a better future. As the FIFA Club World Cup kicks off, we're asking fans to step up, get involved, and be part of the movement driving real change.'
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