Doja Cat and J Balvin to perform at first-ever FIFA Club World Cup halftime show
On Monday, it was confirmed that Doja Cat, J Balvin and Tems would be the headline acts at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Final. The show, produced by Global Citizen, will take place at the MetLIfe Stadium, New Jersey on 13 July and be curated by Coldplay frontman Chris Martin. In a new statement, Colombian singer J Balvin shared his excitement about headlining the upcoming event. 'From Medellín to MetLife - I'm honoured to headline the first-ever halftime show of the FIFA Club World Cup final..."
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