FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced that the final of the 2026 World Cup will have a halftime show, marking the first time in the tournament’s history.
Infantino also shared that Times Square will be “taken over” by the World Cup festivities during the final and third-place match.
This new addition of a halftime show brings the World Cup in line with events like the Super Bowl, known for its elaborate performances.
The 2026 competition will be held in 16 cities across the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
“I can confirm the first-ever half-time show at a FIFA World Cup final in New York/New Jersey, in association with Global Citizen,” Infantino wrote on his personal Instagram.
“This will be a historic moment for the World Cup and a show befitting the biggest sporting event in the world.”
