FIFA World Cup final will have a halftime show, FIFA president Gianni Infantino recently announced on Instagram. Why it matters: This will be the first for the major tournament final. It also reflects increased commercialization across sports,

For the first time in FIFA World Cup history, the 2026 tournament final will feature a Super Bowl-style halftime show, bringing an expanded entertainment element to soccer's biggest event. The move marks a departure from the long-standing tradition of keeping the final match focused solely on the game.

World Cup Final at MetLife Stadium will be the first in the competition's history to include a half time show, FIFA president Gianni Infantino has announced. Coldplay's Chris Martin will help FIFA "finalize the list of artists" who will perform on July 19,