US Air Force Flyover Malfunctions During National Anthem at 2026 World Cup Final
During the 2026 FIFA World Cup final in New Jersey between Spain and Argentina, a planned US Air Force jet flyover timed to coincide with the final notes of the US national anthem malfunctioned. As singer Jennifer Hudson finished the anthem, the sky remained empty. The jets roared over the stadium moments later, but by then Robbie Williams had already begun performing the FIFA anthem 'Desire.' The mishap was visible on the world television feed. FIFA had organized a grand pre-match ceremony featuring singers Nicole Scherzinger and Laura Pausini, with the World Cup trophy brought in by former champions Andrés Iniesta and Mario Kempes, model Ho-yeon Jung, and tennis star Carlos Alcaraz. Actor Tom Cruise also gave a farewell speech. The delayed flyover disrupted the traditional goosebump moment expected at major US sports events.
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