World Cup Final Features Inaugural Halftime Show with Global Stars

The World Cup final transformed into a spectacle akin to the Super Bowl, hosting the tournament's inaugural halftime show. The interval between halves stretched significantly, lasting 27 minutes and 20 seconds from the end of the first period to the start of the second for the Spain-Argentina match.

As the first half concluded, the pitch was covered with a rainbow-colored tarp, featuring a large, colorful ball at its center, serving as the stage for the performances. Madonna, Shakira, and Justin Bieber were the main acts.

Football icons Ronaldo and Ronaldinho escorted Madonna onto the field in a car with a 'maestro' license plate. Madonna, dressed in pink and wearing sunglasses, then entered the field on foot. Justin Bieber performed a guitar and vocal set, while Shakira captivated the audience in a yellow and pink costume.

During the show, Pelé appeared on the screens, requesting a repeat of the song 'Love.' Following the performances, the stage was dismantled, and the teams returned to the field.