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FIFA to Extend 2026 World Cup Final Halftime to 30 Minutes
July 15, 2026 at 05:58 PM
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2 reports · 1 in Arabic, 1 in English · over 2 hours
FIFA has announced plans to double the halftime break in the 2026 World Cup final to accommodate a major entertainment performance.
- FIFA will extend the halftime interval in the 2026 World Cup final from 15 to 30 minutes to host a large-scale entertainment show.
- The entertainment program will include international music stars, with part one performed before kickoff and part two during halftime.
- FIFA cited tournament regulations allowing exceptional decisions on match organization when required for event needs.
- A similar extended halftime of 24 minutes occurred during the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup final between Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea.