On July 20, BTS’s V posted a screenshot on his Instagram Story featuring Jung Ho-yeon during the pre-match ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final. Jung Ho-yeon later reshared V’s Story on her own Instagram account, warmly acknowledging his support.
Ahead of the final between Spain and Argentina, Jung Ho-yeon participated in the official pre-match ceremony at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on July 19 (local time). As a Louis Vuitton global ambassador, she appeared alongside Spanish tennis star Carlos Alcaraz, carrying the iconic Louis Vuitton Trophy Trunk containing the FIFA World Cup trophy onto the field before kickoff. The ceremony attracted worldwide attention as millions of viewers tuned in before the championship match.
While Jung Ho-yeon participated in the opening ceremony, BTS represented Korea during the first-ever official FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show.
Sharing the stage with international artists including Madonna, Shakira, and Justin Bieber, the group performed their global hit “Dynamite,” the song that made BTS the first Korean act to top the Billboard Hot 100. The performance marked another milestone for both BTS and K-pop on the global stage.
Following the conclusion of the World Cup, Jung Ho-yeon shared photos of BTS’ halftime performance on her Instagram Story. She accompanied the post with the heartfelt message: “So so proud.” Her public show of support was met with enthusiastic reactions from fans, who appreciated seeing two of South Korea’s biggest global stars celebrating each other’s achievements.
The exchange served as another reminder of the close friendship between V and Jung Ho-yeon, while also highlighting Korea’s growing cultural presence at one of the world’s most prestigious sporting events.
Sources: Naver