
FIFA Sets World Cup Final Half-Time Show at 17 Minutes
FIFA has reportedly told Spain and Argentina the final's Super Bowl-style interval show will run 17 minutes, close to the standard 15-minute break.
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FIFA has reportedly told Spain and Argentina the final's Super Bowl-style interval show will run 17 minutes, close to the standard 15-minute break.

FIFA has reportedly told Argentina and Spain the interval show will run 17 minutes, with BBC and ITV now set to screen the performances.

Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber and Shakira performed at half-time in the World Cup final, with Ronaldo and Ronaldinho also appearing in New Jersey.

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.