Viral FIFA World Cup 2026 halftime show payment list is unverified, likely fake

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A document circulating online claimed that several global artists, including Madonna, BTS, and Shakira, were set to receive millions of dollars for performing at the FIFA World Cup 2026 halftime show. The alleged list put Madonna's fee at $3 million and BTS at $2.8 million. Social media users were quick to question the document's authenticity, noting that FIFA typically covers production costs rather than paying large artist fees. It is also common practice for performers at major sporting events to appear for exposure or charitable reasons rather than direct payment. The purported payment sheet has not been verified by any credible source or official body.

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