FIFA World Cup Final Half-Time Set to Last More Than Stipulated Time for Performances

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FIFA World Cup Final Half-Time Set to Last More Than Stipulated Time for Performances

FIFA is reportedly set to extend the World Cup final halftime break to as long as 30 minutes, drawing claims it will bend football’s usual laws. The longer interval would make room for a blockbuster show featuring Madonna, Shakira, Burna Boy, BTS, Justin Bieber, Gustavo Dudamel and the PS22 Chorus, with Coldplay also billed on stage.

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