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This Sunday night, the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina will debut the first-ever half-time show in football history, headlined by global superstars like Madonna, Shakira, BTS, and Justin Bieber. FIFA calls it a “landmark celebration,” but critics are raising eyebrows over the 25-minute break—longer than the 15-minute limit set by the IFAB—fearing it could harm player welfare and dilute the sport’s integrity. While organizers aim to boost global appeal and compete with today’s entertainment landscape, the move echoes past events like last year’s Club World Cup and mirrors trends in the Super Bowl, Champions League, and Formula One. Whether this spectacle becomes a permanent fixture hinges on how fans and players react—and whether the world’s most-watched sporting event can balance tradition with innovation.

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