Will Robbie & Nicole perform together . I have to say I am not a big fan of these half time gigs especially where Robbie is concerned . Robbie performs way better in places like Australia & Europe where he is well known . Let's wait & see. I might just be surprised .

Village People will perform Trump anthem ‘Y.M.C.A.’ at World Cup draw, FIFA says

The Village People perform "Y.M.C.A." with President Donald Trump at a victory rally before his inauguration in January. Sam Greene / USA Today Network via Imagn Images

By Adam Crafton

Dec. 3, 2025 4:00 am GMT

FIFA has announced that the Village People, the pop group that sings President Donald Trump’s adopted anthem of “Y.M.C.A.,” will perform at the World Cup draw Friday.

The draw will take place at the Kennedy Center on Dec. 5 in Washington for the World Cup, which will be co-hosted across the United States, Canada and Mexico. The Kennedy Center is chaired by Trump since he and his allies took over the venue’s board after his return to power earlier this year.

Trump has previously said he will be “involved” in the event.

On Tuesday night, FIFA announced what it described as a “world-class entertainment line-up” that will be co-hosted by supermodel, producer and Emmy-winning television personality Heidi Klum, as well as comedian Kevin Hart and actor and producer Danny Ramirez.

There will also be live music performances from classical singer Andrea Bocelli, as well as a duet between British pop star (and FIFA music ambassador) Robbie Williams and American singer Nicole Scherzinger.

FIFA said that when the draw has concluded, the Village People will treat the audience to an “iconic” performance of “Y.M.C.A.” The song was often heard at Make America Great Again rallies during Trump’s re-election campaign, as well as at Mar-a-Lago fundraisers, and Trump often dances along while his supporters sing the song.

Village People will perform Trump anthem ‘Y.M.C.A.’ at World Cup draw, FIFA says - The Athletic

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I'm sure Rob will come up with some ideas to keep the audience expectating. Like the middle finger he gave in the past lol. We'll see...

6 minutes ago, Fred1607 said:

I'm sure Rob will come up with some ideas to keep the audience expectating. Like the middle finger he gave in the past lol. We'll see...

Given whose names are connected with the event I have ideas of what he could do but I would probably get a lifetime ban from this forum

I wonder if he'll be on his best behaviour? 😅

Maybe he will perform Kids with Nicole?

Maybe as a new member of Village People

Seriously, my guess is singing Desire with Nicole. The song is being played I believe throughout the whole tournament so well done Robbie ...

17 minutes ago, Sydney11 said:

Maybe as a new member of Village People

Seriously, my guess is singing Desire with Nicole. The song is being played I believe throughout the whole tournament so well done Robbie ...

Right so we will have at least the song in the World Cup if not the performance.

And tomorrow maybe they wanted to make something different or Laura won't be able to be there. We'll see.

28 minutes ago, Fred1607 said:

Right so we will have at least the song in the World Cup if not the performance.

And tomorrow maybe they wanted to make something different or Laura won't be able to be there. We'll see.

It is being televised tomorrow at 17.00 ( GMT ) so I am sure it will be available on most social media platforms. The show runs for 90 mins so not sure if that includes the entertainment or just the draws. I am guessing both

Today's podcast in Washington just one day before his performance tomorrow.

Very Elton )

Performance wise this is one of my favourite photographs from the gigs this year so I am really happy they have used it for this article in relation to the FIFA draw ❤️

Robbie Williams to perform at FIFA World Cup draw

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15 hours ago, Better Man said:

Today's podcast in Washington just one day before his performance tomorrow.

Very Elton )

Robbie is in his element with all these football guys, very relaxed . Thanks for posting ..

I watched that palava of a draw last night & I know I shouldn't have as I knew I would be just giving out about it .

& I am

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