Ronaldo and Ronaldinho Join Madonna for World Cup 2026 Half-Time Show
Brazil legends Ronaldo and Ronaldinho joined Madonna in an extraordinary World Cup 2026 final half-time show.
The Selecao icons were seen driving into the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, with Madonna kicking off the show after Spain and Argentina played out a 0-0 draw in the first half.
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The two former Brazil players have attended various Fifa World Cup 2026 matches, even outside of their own nation’s games, as Carlo Ancelotti’s side exited the tournament at the hands of Norway in the last 16.
Ronaldo and Ronaldinho were greeted with cheers from the sell-out crowd, both being previous winners of the tournament from 2002.
Ronaldinho and Ronaldo with Madonna during the half time show during the FIFA World Cup 2026 final (PA)
Former Brazil football players Ronaldinho and Ronaldo with Madonna during the half time show (Reuters)
The half-time show then featured Justin Bieber, while Shakira and Burna Boy performed their official World Cup anthem ‘Dai, Dai’.
Coldplay’s Chris Martin curated the show, which extended well beyond the customary 15-minute interval for official FIFA matches, according to IFAB.
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The half-time show has sparked controversy, as FIFA has changed several structures during the tournament, including hydration breaks.