WC 2026 ⚽ · 18 July 2026
FIFA extends World Cup final half-time by 10 minutes for a show
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Football's governing body is extending the half-time interval beyond 15 minutes, marking the second occasion it has broken its own rule at this World Cup. The extension is to accommodate a major half-time show with performances from several artists including Jennifer Hudson. The final between Spain and Argentina is on Sunday at MetLife Stadium.
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