The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup came to an epic close—not just because of the high-stakes final between Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain, but thanks to a halftime show full of surprises. Everyone was expecting a dazzling show with J Balvin, Doja Cat, and Tems, but no one saw coming what happened next: Coldplay took the stage in a surprise appearance, performing A Sky Full of Stars with all the featured artists in a true Super Bowl-style moment.
While Chelsea was dominating Luis Enrique’s PSG on the field, Chris Martin and his band were taking over global airwaves. Their unexpected entrance became an instant worldwide trend, capping off a halftime show that was equal parts entertaining and awe-inspiring.
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You can easily rewatch the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 halftime show online from the comfort of your home on YouTube. The show runs nearly 11 minutes—about the same length as a Super Bowl halftime—and delivered a full-on Latin pride moment with J Balvin’s fiery entrance. His performance came during a time when Latin music and culture face political tension under Donald Trump’s administration.
What began as a vibrant reggaeton showcase from Colombian star J Balvin, performing Mi Gente atop the MetGiant Stadium in New Jersey under the colors of the Colombian flag, evolved into a sultry R&B and Afrobeat blend with Tems singing Love Me Jeje and Doja Cat bringing fire with Woman.
Also on stage was Emmanuel Kelly, an Australian singer of Iraqi origin who was born with physical malformations caused by chemical weapons and abandoned on a battlefield in Baghdad. He was rescued and later adopted by humanitarian Moira Kelly, eventually moving to Australia. Emmanuel gained fame after his powerful audition on The X Factor Australia and has since become a leading voice for inclusion, co-founding a record label that supports artists with disabilities.
It was a flawless finish to a show that aimed to match the grandeur of the Super Bowl—and for many fans, it even surpassed it. Coldplay’s participation was orchestrated in secret by FIFA and Chris Martin himself, who had been announced as the event’s artistic curator but without any mention of the full band appearing.
The crowd reaction was immediate: standing ovations, a sea of phone lights, and a social media explosion that made the moment go viral worldwide.
For the first time ever, FIFA invested in a large-scale halftime show, featuring visual effects, fireworks, and a fusion of musical genres—from reggaeton to alt-pop to Afro-R&B. The goal was clear: to make the tournament a global entertainment experience that went beyond sports—and they absolutely delivered. A uniquely placed stage at the top of the stadium with breathtaking views made it all possible.
Are we looking at serious competition for one of the world’s biggest shows like the Super Bowl? Quite possibly.