Spain’s historic victory at the 2026 FIFA World Cup ended with celebrations that extended well beyond the football pitch and Michael Jackson unexpectedly became part of the soundtrack.
After Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time on July 19, thanks to Ferran Torres’ decisive goal, players, celebrities, and special guests gathered to celebrate the country’s second World Cup title. Among them was tennis superstar Carlos Alcaraz, who had earlier presented the World Cup trophy and celebrated alongside Spain’s heroes, including Ferran Torres and Lamine Yamal.
The festivities continued at Justin Bieber’s exclusive World Cup after-party, where one of the night’s most unexpected moments took place.
Alcaraz joined popular streamer IShowSpeed for a spontaneous duet of Michael Jackson’s iconic hit “Beat It.” Although the clip lasted just 12 seconds, it quickly became one of the most shared moments from the evening. The pair can be seen singing and dancing side-by-side, embracing the celebratory atmosphere as fellow guests looked on.
The video, shared by tennis news account @TheTennisLetter, rapidly gained traction online, collecting more than 290,000 views and 7,000 likes within a short time.
While brief, the performance is another reminder of the enduring popularity of Michael Jackson’s music. More than four decades after its release on the legendary Thriller album, “Beat It” continues to unite people from completely different worlds, whether they’re football champions, Grand Slam winners, internet personalities, or millions of fans watching online.
For Michael Jackson fans, it’s yet another example of how the King’s music remains a universal anthem, capable of bringing together some of the biggest names in sport and entertainment during one of the world’s biggest celebrations.
