FIFA president Gianni Infantino, known for his controversies since 2016, has announced a major alteration to the format of the 2026 World Cup final by introducing a Super Bowl-style half-time show, aiming to enhance the spectacle of the event in New Jersey. This will be the first time such a feature has been included in a World Cup final, with Coldplay involved in artist selection. Infantino's tenure has seen him face criticism for various decisions, but this bold move reflects FIFA's drive to modernize and Americanize its flagship event.
"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. This will be a historic moment for the FIFA World Cup and a show befitting the biggest sporting event in the world."
"Infantino has accepted Order of Friendship medal from Vladimir Putin, defended Qatar's human rights record and played a key role in ensuring Saudi Arabia became the host of the 2034 World Cup."
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