Not everyone is a fan of the upcoming World Cup final halftime show, with The Cure's Robert Smith posting his blunt but oddly poetic (considering the image) thoughts on FIFA's Super Bowl-style performance on Sunday.

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Not everyone is a fan of the upcoming World Cup final halftime show, with The Cure's Robert Smith posting his blunt but oddly poetic (considering the image) thoughts on FIFA's…

Non tutti aspettano con entusiasmo lo show dell’intervallo della finale dei Mondiali: Robert Smith dei Cure critica lo spettacolo in stile Super Bowl annunciato dalla FIFA per…

There will be two star-packed shows before and during the final match

Earlier reports hinted at a 30-minute World Cup final halftime, but FIFA has now dismissed the speculation by confirming a shorter interval.

The move has drawn criticism from players and pundits, who argue the extended interval puts entertainment ahead of football.