Cinema VinesThe 2026 FIFA World Cup final, held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, will close the tournament with a historic 17‑minute halftime show, a first in the competition’s 96‑year history. The match, featuring Spain and Argentina, kicked off at 3:00 pm EDT and is expected to begin the performance sometime between 3:50 pm and 4:00 pm EDT, depending on injury time added after the first half.
FIFA has confirmed that the show will last approximately 11 minutes and will feature a lineup of global stars, including Justin Bieber, Shakira, BTS, Bruna Boy, conductor Gustavo Dudamel, and the PS22 Chorus. The performances will take place on the pitch itself, with stage setup taking up to seven minutes, which explains the slightly extended halftime period compared to the usual 15‑minute break.
Viewers across the United States can tune in at the following times: Eastern Time 3:55–4:05 pm, Central Time 2:55–3:05 pm, Mountain Time 1:55–2:05 pm, Pacific Time 12:55–1:05 pm, Alaska Time 11:55 am–12:05 pm, and Hawaii Time 9:55 am–10:05 am. The event will be broadcast on Fox Sports and Telemundo for Spanish‑speaking audiences.
With the inclusion of a halftime show, the 2026 final aims to attract not only soccer fans but also a broader entertainment audience, offering a blend of sport and star‑powered spectacle that underscores the global appeal of the World Cup.
