2026 World Cup Final Halftime Lasts Over 27 Minutes Due to Extended Show

The 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina featured an unusually long halftime break lasting 27 minutes and 24 seconds, far exceeding the standard 15-minute interval. According to Opta, the delay was caused by an extended halftime show featuring pop star Madonna alongside football legends Ronaldo and Ronaldinho. Additionally, the match had already started 5 minutes and 58 seconds late, further stretching the timing of the final. The article, published by Foot Mercato on July 19, 2026, notes that the prolonged break may affect the 22 players on the pitch. The report is based on data from Opta Analyst and includes a tweet confirming the statistics.

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2026 World Cup Final Halftime Lasts Over 27 Minutes Due to Extended ShowFoot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertWesternJul 19, 08:35 PM UTC

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