Details confirmed for 2026 World Cup final halftime show
The halftime concert for the World Cup final will last 11 minutes and 30 seconds, starting seven minutes after the first half concludes.
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Details regarding the entertainment schedule for the 2026 World Cup final halftime have emerged. According to FIFA documentation provided to broadcasters, the musical spectacle at MetLife Stadium in New York will last exactly 11 minutes and 30 seconds.
Directed by Chris Martin of Coldplay, the show will feature performances from Shakira, Justin Bieber, Burna Boy, Madonna, and K-pop group BTS. The concert is scheduled to begin seven minutes after the conclusion of the first half of the match between Spain and Argentina.
The total duration of the halftime interval is expected to be around 20 minutes, accounting for the time needed to clear the pitch and return players to the field. However, FIFA's schedule leaves one significant detail open: the exact time elapsed between the end of the concert and the kickoff of the second period remains unspecified.