FIFA confirms Justin Bieber halftime show for World Cup final
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 11:51 PM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
Justin Bieber is set to perform during the halftime show of the World Cup final on July 19 in the United States. FIFA plans for the show to last up to 20 minutes, contrary to the typical 15-minute halftime rule established by the International Football Association Board (IFAB). Reports suggest the performance might extend up to 30 minutes, which would break the longstanding regulations. This event follows similar halftime shows at other international competitions. Spain has reached the final by defeating France 2-0. The other final spot will be determined between England and Argentina in Atlanta on July 15.
- •Bieber will join BTS, Shakira, and Madonna for the halftime show.
- •The halftime performance could exceed 30 minutes, violating IFAB rules.
- •Spain advanced to the final after winning against France.
- •England and Argentina compete for the final spot on July 15.
- •FIFA seeks to generate revenue for the Global Citizen Education Fund.
- 11:51 PMYahoo Sports — The rule from ‘Laws of the Game’ FIFA are breaking with Justin Bieber World Cup halftime show
"The World Cup final half-time show was always likely to prove controversial. Entertainment during sporting events might be something that American audiences are used to but they are seldom used in Europe, Africa, Asia and South America.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days- MLS•Jul 14, 2026, 10:02 PMWill Scots back the Three Lions against Argentina - or it is 'anyone but England'?
- LaLiga•Jul 14, 2026, 10:02 PMHow Spain's suffocating back line shut down France's fearsome attack in World Cup semifinal
- Bundesliga•Jul 14, 2026, 9:55 PMHow to continue watching Kylian Mbappe, Ousmane Dembele, other France players after World Cup: Club teams and how to follow Les Bleus' stars
- FIFA World Cup•Jul 14, 2026, 9:48 PMArgentina fans burn Union Jack ahead of England World Cup semifinal
- FIFA World Cup•Jul 14, 2026, 9:00 PMIs France out of World Cup after Spain loss? Why it's not done yet
- FIFA World Cup•Jul 14, 2026, 9:00 PMWho is in World Cup final? Live bracket, schedule and updates
