BTS's Jungkook Channels His Inner Soccer Player On The Way To Qatar

BTS‘s Jungkook is officially making his way to Qatar, where he will be joining musical artists from around the globe for a performance at the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 opening ceremony. The artists are expected to perform songs from the event’s soundtrack.

방탄소년단 ‘정국’이 2022 FIFA 카타르 월드컵 공식 사운드트랙과 월드컵 개막식 공연에 참여합니다. 많은 기대 부탁드립니다!
Proud to announce that Jung Kook is part of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Soundtrack & will perform at the World Cup opening ceremony. Stay tuned!#FIFAWorldCup pic.twitter.com/MwJ2kdNRBp

— BTS_official (@bts_bighit) November 12, 2022

Fans suspected Jungkook would be involved in the FIFA World Cup after he unexpectedly traveled to Qatar on October 24 and was spotted with a camera crew and dancers as he filmed throughout the streets.

Jungkook’s October trip to Qatar | *@jkcavi/Twitter*

Amidst the curiosity about his schedules was recognition of the maknae‘s kind personality. As temperatures soared during the day, Jungkook thoughtfully provided water to the many ARMYs who cheered on the BTS member while he filmed.

JK giving us cold water and drinks while we are waiting under the heat of the sun. He’s the sweetest 💜 Love you bb #jk #qatar #bts pic.twitter.com/BxI33rhuja

— Auio_007 (@Auio_007) October 26, 2022

It was expected that Jungkook would soon be flying back to Qatar after BTS’s V revealed during his recent gaming live stream that Jungkook was spending time with his parents before his trip.

정국이랑 같이 크.아 하려고 했는데 정국이가 부모님이랑 같이 있어야된다고 했댘ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ만덕동 효자 pic.twitter.com/rxohXJ1d9Q

— 피크🍑.97 (@peachcrush_jk) November 14, 2022

Fans and media were staked out at Seoul Gimpo Business Aviation Center earlier today, eagerly awaiting a chance to see Jungkook off as he departed for his FIFA World Cup activities.

As what appeared to be security team members stepped out of the aviation center, the buzz of the awaiting crowd grew more excited until Jungkook’s black van pulled up to cheers and ARMYs calling his name. As soon as he stepped out of the van, Jungkook showcased his true personality by giving a 90-degree bow to ARMYs and the reporters waiting for him.

After bowing, fans may have expected him to enter the aviation center, but instead, he unexpectedly placed his bag on the ground and animatedly jogged in place.

He then ran a few steps forward and kicked an air goal, pretending to watch the “soccer ball” make it to the net.

After his successful “goal,” he adorably celebrated and sent a heart to ARMYs who couldn’t believe they had just witnessed that moment.

After his fun interaction with ARMYs, Jungkook enthusiastically waved goodbye, thoughtfully bowing repeatedly and showing his appreciation as he walked into the airport.