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The 2022 FIFA World Cup starts in less than a week with hosts Qatar facing Ecuador in the opening game. The upcoming World Cup has been in the headlines for controversies related to the host nation. However, the build-up to the WC has already started with teams arriving in Qatar. But the soccer world cup has more to it. The mega-event has also been in the news as they managed to bring BTS star Jeon Jung Kook for the opening ceremony of the competition.

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Soccer fans are excited about Jung Kook’s upcoming performance in Qatar. Jung Kook will be a part of the World Cup along with several other celebrities, such as Diplo, Kizz Daniel, Nora Fatehi, Trinidad Cardona, and Calvin Harris. He had previously traveled to Qatar last month and was spotted shooting a music video.

Jung Kook will also be a part of the Qatar World Cup’s official music video. Before leaving for Qatar, fans spotted the BTS star pretending to kick a ball and celebrate at the Gimpo Airport. The clip of Jung Kook’s celebration went viral on social media, sparking reactions from fans around the world.

Fans react to Jung Kook’s soccer celebration before leaving for FIFA Qatar World Cup

The viral video of Jung Kook was from an airport in Korea, when the BTS star was leaving for Qatar. After seeing his fans, he pretended to kick and then celebrated with a dab and heart.

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Following are some of the best reactions to Jung Kook’s celebration:

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Jung Kook’s agency Big Hit Entertainment recently announced the singer’s participation in the Qatar World Cup. South Korea has also managed to qualify for the World Cup with Tottenham star Heung-Min Son leading the line. Jung Kook will also be able to support his nation in the competition.

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The BTS star was spotted in Qatar last month. Pictures of him shooting a video in Qatar went viral on social media. It led to rumors of his participation in the World Cup. However, the reason for his previous visit hasn’t been revealed and fans have been speculating it could be the World cup’s official song.

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The opening ceremony of the FIFA Qatar World Cup will take place on 20th November and fans will be able to watch it live around the world. It’ll be interesting to see Jung Kook performing at the ceremony alongside several other stars.