Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleFormer England international Wayne Rooney delivered a brutal verdict on the inaugural World Cup final half-time show, describing it as "crap" and "too flat". The 11-minute spectacle, featuring performances from artists including Madonna, Shakira, and Justin Bieber, extended the customary 15-minute half-time break to over 27 minutes. Rooney, serving as a BBC pundit, said his highlight was "when it finished" and expressed a desire for the football to resume. Other pundits offered mixed reactions, with Micah Richards calling Rooney "miserable" for his frank assessment, while Roy Keane – speaking on ITV – found it "a bit of an anti-climax". Curated by Coldplay frontman Chris Martin, the show was staged to support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, aiming to raise $100 million for children's education and football access. In fullWayne Rooney delivers brutal verdict on first World Cup final half-time showMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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

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