Gianni Infantino, FIFA president, has announced a historic novelty for the 2026 World Cup. For the first time in the tournament's history, a halftime show will be organized during the final of the World Cup, which will be held in the United States. Infantino shared the news via his Instagram account, highlighting that it will be a unique moment in the history of world football.

This show is inspired by the Super Bowl, the NFL final, where world-renowned artists perform during the halftime. FIFA aims to offer something similar at the 2026 World Cup final, combining football and entertainment in one event, to provide a complete experience for fans.

The United States, known for its entertainment culture, is the perfect place for such an event. Infantino emphasized that people don't just go to the stadium to watch the match but also to enjoy a great show. FIFA aims to make this World Cup a unique celebration, where entertainment will be a central part of the event.

Although the exact duration of the show has not yet been defined, it is likely that the break between the two halves of the match will be extended to offer a quality performance. FIFA has also confirmed that they will collaborate with Chris Martin and Phil Harvey from Coldplay, who will help select the artists that will participate.

New York will be the center of the football celebration

New York, the host city for the final, will become the epicenter of this football celebration. During the final weekend of the tournament, FIFA plans to take over Times Square, organizing public activities and events related to the World Cup. This will mark a milestone in the promotion of football in North America.

With 16 months until the event, FIFA has given a first teaser of what will be a World Cup full of surprises, with the halftime show in the final being one of the major attractions. It will undoubtedly be a historic experience for both fans and players.