Wednesday 15 July 2026 14:40 BSTFIFA has confirmed an 11-minute half-time show for the World Cup final at MetLife Stadium. The performance is set to feature global artists including Madonna, Shakira, and Justin Bieber. This show will extend the half-time interval beyond the standard 15 minutes, a move that has drawn both criticism and support. Michael Gietzen, CEO of Identity, defended the extension, arguing it prevents “wasting the moment” and acknowledges the final as a significant cultural event. ITV will broadcast the half-time show in full, and a separate closing ceremony will include performances from Tom Cruise, Robbie Williams, and Jennifer Hudson. In fullEvents boss defends Fifa over extended World Cup half-time show
11-minute World Cup final half-time show defended by events boss
Wednesday 15 July 2026 14:40 BSTFIFA has confirmed an 11-minute half-time show for the World Cup final at MetLife Stadium. The performance is set to feature global artists including Madonna, Shakira, and Justin Bieber. This show will extend the half-time interval beyond the standard 15 minutes, a move that has drawn both criticism and support. Michael Gietzen, CEO of Identity, defended the extension, arguing it prevents “wasting the moment” and acknowledges the final as a significant cultural event. ITV will broadcast the half-time show in full, and a separate closing ceremony will include performances from Tom Cruise, Robbie Williams, and Jennifer Hudson. In fullEvents boss defends Fifa over extended World Cup half-time show
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