BTS took to one of the world’s biggest sports stages on July 19 and delivered an energetic performance of their global hit “Dynamite” during the first ever FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show.
The seven-member group joined an all-star line-up that included Madonna, Justin Bieber, Shakira and Burna Boy for the historic spectacle at the New York New Jersey Stadium. Curated by Coldplay’s Chris Martin, the half-time show was the first time FIFA introduced a Super Bowl-style musical performance to the World Cup final.
BTS performed “Dynamite,” bringing their choreography and high-energy stage presence to millions of viewers around the world. The song, which became the group’s first Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 single of 2020, remains one of their most internationally recognized hits, making it a fitting choice for the global audience.
Following the performance, BTS created significant buzz on social media, with fans praising the group’s live vocals, choreography and commanding stage presence. Their performance quickly became one of the most talked about moments of the halftime show, as ARMY celebrated the group’s return to one of the world’s biggest live stages.
The performance also marked another milestone in BTS’ career, adding a FIFA World Cup Final halftime show to a growing list of historic achievements. Having previously performed at major international events and broken many global music records, the group once again demonstrated their worldwide appeal by representing K-pop on football’s biggest stage.
For many fans, BTS’ performance was one of the standout moments of an unforgettable night that blended sports, music and entertainment on a global scale. BTS’ performance at the historic FIFA World Cup Finals halftime was particularly fitting given the event’s broader purpose. Produced by Global Citizen, supported the show FIFA Global Citizen Education Fundan initiative that aims to raise funds to expand access to quality education and soccer opportunities for children around the world. FIFA is also donating $1 from every ticket sold for the tournament to the fund. Throughout their career, BTS has consistently supported charitable and humanitarian causes, including campaigns that promote youth empowerment, mental health, and children’s well-being. Their participation in a performance focused on using music to create positive social impact therefore reflected values they have long espoused.
BTS’s FIFA World Cup Final halftime performance as the group continues their highly successful run BTS WORLD TOUR ‘ARIRANG’their first full-group world tour since completing mandatory military service. The tour, which began in South Korea in April 2026, has seen the seven members perform to sold-out stadium audiences across Asia, North America and Europe. After their World Cup performance, BTS will return to the tour with upcoming stadium shows in North America before continuing to Latin America, Asia and Oceania until early 2027. The tour supports the group’s sixth studio album, ARIRANGand marks a new chapter in BTS’ career as they reunite on the global stage after years focused on solo activities and military service.
Away from the stage, BTS has also had some downtime. During the London stage of their ARIRANG World Tour they visited Was Korean BBQ in Soho. The restaurant confirmed the visit by sharing photos of the group on its official social media channels, much to the delight of fans. The post sparked excitement among ARMY, with many adding the restaurant to their list of must-visit destinations when in London and even fans expressing that they had visited the restaurant before. The outing offered fans a glimpse of the seven members spending time together after their sell-out shows at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, highlighting the close bond they continue to share both on and off stage.
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