It will last 30 minutes: FIFA prepares big show for 2026 World Cup final

Author: senenews.comPublished on: July 15, 2026Country: United States

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It will last 30 minutes: FIFA prepares big show for 2026 World Cup final

The 2026 World Cup final, featuring Spain vs Argentina or England, may have a halftime extended to 20-30 minutes for a musical show with Shakira, Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS, Burna Boy, Gustavo Dudamel, Coldplay, and a choir. FIFA must reconcile this with IFAB's 15-minute halftime rule. The final is on July 19 in East Rutherford.

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