Famous British band Coldplay has been instrumental in assembling a strong lineup of performers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, which will feature a high-profile halftime show similar to those at the Super Bowl for the first time in history.
On July 19, 2026, the last game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which the United States, Canada, and Mexico will co-host, will take place. The MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, one of the World Cup locations in the USA, will host this momentous occasion.
Even though pregame shows have grown commonplace at big events like the UEFA Champions League final, halftime shows during World Cup finals are a novel concept in sports.
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In order to accommodate extravagant performances and production, NFL halftime breaks, which typically run 15 minutes, are extended to almost 30 minutes during the Super Bowl.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will have a similar halftime show, FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced on Instagram, writing, “I can confirm the first-ever half-time show at a FIFA World Cup final in New York, New Jersey.” As befits the world’s largest athletic event, this will be a momentous occasion for the FIFA World Cup.
Infantino highlighted the cooperation with Chris Martin, the lead singer of Coldplay, and Phil Harvey, the band manager, who will help create a stellar lineup of musicians for the 15-minute halftime show.
Super Bowl halftime shows in recent years have featured a variety of well-known performers, such as Lady Gaga, Rihanna, and Beyoncé, all of whom created memorable moments that have come to represent the game.
Coldplay brings a wealth of experience to this endeavor, having been the main act at the 2016 Super Bowl halftime show. They also set the stage for what is sure to be an incredible musical spectacle during the World Cup final.
The 2025 Super Bowl halftime performance in New Orleans featured American rapper Kendrick Lamar as the main attraction. The show drew an incredible 133.5 million viewers nationwide, beating the previous record set by Michael Jackson in 1993.
