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JUST IN: FIFA Considers Dropping Taylor Swift From 2026 FIFA World Cup Halftime Show After Singer Publicly Condemns Donald Trump’s Peace Prize at World Cup Draw, Sparking Global Backlash.
FIFA officials are reportedly weighing whether to remove global pop superstar Taylor Swift from the 2026 FIFA World Cup halftime lineup after a political controversy erupted during last week’s official tournament draw.
Swift, who had been in talks to headline a special halftime performance during the World Cup’s opening ceremony in the United States, stunned audiences when she openly criticized former President Donald Trump’s newly announced “World Peace Prize,” which was presented during a ceremonial segment at the event.
Her remarks—delivered on live broadcast—immediately sparked intense debate across social media and within international football circles.
According to insiders, several federation representatives expressed concern that Swift’s comments injected political tension into what FIFA insists must remain a non-partisan global sporting event.
The backlash reportedly prompted internal discussions about whether moving forward with her appearance could overshadow tournament preparations.
Swift’s supporters, however, argue that FIFA is “overreacting” and attempting to police free expression, while critics of the singer claim she disrespected a global audience by turning a sports ceremony into a political moment.
FIFA has not issued a formal decision or timeline but confirmed that it is “reviewing all performers and programming to ensure the 2026 World Cup remains a unifying, globally inclusive event.”
Swift’s team has not commented publicly on the possibility of her removal.
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