DOHA (Lord Media): The halftime of the FIFA World Cup final is expected to be longer than usual, potentially lasting 20 to 25 minutes, as a Super Bowl-style musical show is planned. Madonna, Shakira, and South Korea’s K-pop group BTS are set to perform in this special show.
According to sources, FIFA is considering an option to hold the traditional 15-minute halftime first, followed by the musical show. However, the International Football Association Board (IFAB) rules allow players a maximum of 15 minutes for halftime.
Last year, the Club World Cup final in New Jersey also saw an extended halftime of approximately 24 minutes due to performances by Coldplay, J Balvin, Doja Cat, Tems, and Emmanuel Kelly.
This time, Justin Bieber, Burna Boy, Gustavo Dudamel, PS 22 Chorus, and Coldplay’s Chris Martin will also be part of the vibrant event. The World Cup closing ceremony is scheduled to take place one and a half hours before the final match.
