The FIFA World Cup final is one of the most-watched sporting events in history, with 1.5 billion viewers tuning in for the ...

Coldplay will work alongside Fifa to decide a "set of artists" to perform a half-time show at the 2026 World Cup final.

FIFA, world football's governing body, announced in September that the final in 2026 will include a halftime show for the ...

It is not clear whether Coldplay will perform at the event, or how long the half-time show will last. Soccer half-time breaks normally last 15 minutes, even at the World Cup.

It was announced this week that Coldplay will help organize the halftime show for the World Cup final in 2026.

Fifa president Gianni Infantino said Coldplay lead singer Chris Martin and band manager Phil Harvey will help to establish a set of artists to perform in the 15-minute break at next year’s final.

An extended half-time? And Coldplay picking the bands? Has FIFA dropped the ball? The fans are certainly kicking ...