
World Cup Final half-time show: 11-minute spectacle with Bieber, Madonna, Shakira, BTS
The 2026 World Cup final will feature an 11-minute half-time show headlined by Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira, and BTS, curated by Chris Martin.
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The 2026 World Cup final will feature an 11-minute half-time show headlined by Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira, and BTS, curated by Chris Martin.

Argentina captain Lionel Messi suggests his World Cup final against Spain could be his last match ever.

Bukayo Saka's hat trick powers England to 6-4 victory over France in a chaotic third-place match.

European football's governing body will not follow World Cup protocols on simulation this season

UK Liberal Democrats urge English FA and UEFA to quit FIFA and form new global football governing body.

Former Premier League boss Neil Warnock criticises Thomas Tuchel for not playing Kobbie Mainoo at the 2026 World Cup.

Lionel Messi calls 2007 photo with baby Lamine Yamal 'incredible' before facing Spain in Sunday's World Cup final.

Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez and US President Donald Trump will both attend Sunday's World Cup 2026 final in New Jersey.

Thomas Tuchel says England's mentality is commendable but questions their quality after another semi-final defeat.

Several standout performers from the 2026 World Cup are attracting transfer interest ahead of the new club season.

Thomas Tuchel's past criticism of Gareth Southgate's negative approach comes full circle as England exit World Cup semi-final.

The Football Association has no intention of sacking Thomas Tuchel despite England's World Cup quarter-final defeat to Argentina.

England captain casts doubt on playing at 2030 World Cup after semi-final defeat to Argentina

England's World Cup dreams end in heartbreak after defensive tactics lead to 2-1 loss to Argentina.

Spain defeated France 2-0 to book their place in the World Cup final, while England prepare to face Argentina in the semifinals.

England midfielder Kobbie Mainoo has answered London Marathon hero Jordan Adams' plea for a ticket to the World Cup semi-final against Argentina.

Lionel Messi's emotional World Cup run is underpinned by a squad built for him, with camaraderie and mate at its core.

Didier Deschamps will manage his final France game in Saturday's World Cup third-place play-off after a 2-0 loss to Spain.

Former England midfielder David Batty has kept a remarkably low profile since retiring in 2004.

Argentine Falklands War veterans release statement urging fans not to drag the conflict into football ahead of the World Cup semi-final against England.

American referee Ismail Elfath appointed for blockbuster clash in Atlanta.

AT&T Stadium's air conditioning and glass windows could affect play in Tuesday's France-Spain World Cup semifinal.

USMNT striker Folarin Balogun has joined LeBron James' agency Klutch Sports, capitalizing on his breakthrough World Cup campaign.

A complaint has been submitted to the IOC alleging FIFA president Gianni Infantino violated political neutrality rules through his dealings with Donald Trump.