During the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final halftime show, Justin Bieber took the stage after a surprise introduction from Ted Lasso. Jason Sudeikis appeared in character alongside Brendan Hunt as Coach Beard, bringing a brief comedy moment to the global broadcast.
As part of the segment, Ted offered Bieber a few encouraging words before sending him onto the field. The scene connected the fictional football coach with one of the biggest sporting events in the world, giving viewers an unexpected crossover before the music began.
Bieber then performed Everything Hallelujah from his album Swag II. The acoustic arrangement created a quieter pause in a halftime show built around large-scale production and several major international performers.
The lineup also included Madonna, BTS, Shakira, Burna Boy, and Coldplay. Bieber’s stripped-down performance stood apart from the louder moments of the show, while the Ted Lasso introduction added a familiar television reference for fans watching around the world.