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World Cup final halftime show will feature Madonna, Shakira and BTS

Three major performers from pop, past and present, will perform during half time of the World Cup final this year. The Superbowl-style pageant will eat into the time to analyze the biggest football game in four years.

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World Cup final halftime show will feature Madonna, Shakira and BTSThree major performers from pop, past and present, will perform during half time of the World Cup final this year. The Superbowl-style pageant will eat into the time to analyze the biggest football game in four years.
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