Ronaldo and Ronaldinho chauffeur Madonna at World Cup Final halftime show
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 8:25 PM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
At the 2026 World Cup Final in New Jersey, former Brazilian stars Ronaldo and Ronaldinho drove Madonna onto the pitch as part of the halftime show. This event took place during a scoreless first half between Spain and Argentina. The halftime performance, featuring other artists like Justin Bieber and Shakira, is a new addition to the World Cup, inspired by American football traditions. FIFA President Gianni Infantino has advocated for this format to enhance viewer experience.
- •Ronaldo and Ronaldinho drove Madonna onto the field at MetLife Stadium
- •Spain and Argentina were tied 0-0 at halftime
- •Other performers included Justin Bieber and Shakira
- •The show extended beyond the usual 15-minute break
- •The change reflects FIFA's effort to modernize the viewing experience
- 10:10 PMYahoo Sports — Ronaldo and Ronaldinho make surprise appearance during Madonna’s World Cup final halftime show
- 8:25 PMYahoo Sports — Video: Ronaldo and Ronaldinho chauffeur Madonna in 2026 World Cup Final show
- 8:18 PMYahoo Sports — Ronaldo and Ronaldinho join Madonna in World Cup final half-time show performance
"The World Cup final halftime show was full of surprises, not least two Brazilian legends joining Madonna. Madonna and several backup dancers were driven onto the pitch at MetLife Stadium by none other than Ronaldo Nazario.
"Former Serie A players Ronaldo and Ronaldinho, the latter back in Italian football when signing for Ravenna, drove Madonna onto the pitch for the 2026 World Cup Final half-time show.In an unexpected m...
"The legendary Brazilian duo, World Cup winners in 2002, joined the pop icon to kick off the controversial half-time show in New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 19, 2026, 10:10 PMRonaldo and Ronaldinho make surprise appearance during Madonna’s World Cup final halftime show
The World Cup final halftime show was full of surprises, not least two Brazilian legends joining Madonna. Madonna and several backup dancers were driven onto the pitch at MetLife Stadium by none other than Ronaldo Nazario.
- Yahoo SportsJul 19, 2026, 8:25 PMVideo: Ronaldo and Ronaldinho chauffeur Madonna in 2026 World Cup Final show
Former Serie A players Ronaldo and Ronaldinho, the latter back in Italian football when signing for Ravenna, drove Madonna onto the pitch for the 2026 World Cup Final half-time show.In an unexpected m...
- Yahoo SportsJul 19, 2026, 8:18 PMRonaldo and Ronaldinho join Madonna in World Cup final half-time show performance
The legendary Brazilian duo, World Cup winners in 2002, joined the pop icon to kick off the controversial half-time show in New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium
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