Controversy at the 2026 World Cup: Historic semifinal pause after massive display incident
FIFA has alleviated some of the controversy ahead of the 2026 World Cup semifinals by proposing to extend the halftime break to 25-30 minutes for a large-scale entertainment show involving global stars such as Justin Bieber, Shakira, Madonna, and teams like BTS and Coldplay. This change has raised concerns within the Spanish team regarding its potential impact on player recovery and tactical arrangements, and it requires official approval from referees before implementation. Previously, FIFA organized performances during the Club World Cup that extended halftime to 24 minutes, which sparked debate but had no direct effect on match outcomes.
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