Ronaldo and Ronaldinho chauffeured Madonna onto the pitch for the 2026 World Cup Final half-time show.
The 2026 World Cup Final half-time show was a spectacle that will be remembered for years to come. Former Serie A players Ronaldo and Ronaldinho, the latter back in Italian football when signing for Ravenna, drove Madonna onto the pitch at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
The event marked a new addition to the World Cup, inspired by the American tradition in the Superbowl. As FIFA President Gianni Infantino had wanted, the half-time show overshadowed the sport for a brief moment.
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Madonna was in a buggy driven by Ronaldo, with Ronaldinho sat next to him. They then stood together before welcoming the other performers onto the field, who included Justin Bieber, BTS, Shakira, and The Muppets.
Ronaldo and Ronaldinho's moment in the spotlight came after Ronaldinho made a sensational return to football last month at the age of 46. He signed for Serie C side Ravenna, marking a significant move in his career.
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The presence of a half-time show in the Final is a new addition wanted by FIFA President Gianni Infantino, inspired by the American tradition in the Superbowl, where the event sometimes overshadows the sport.
Spain and Argentina were 0-0 going into the break, which is the longest in World Cup history. The match resumed after the break, with the teams vying for the World Cup title.
The half-time show will likely be remembered as one of the highlights of the 2026 World Cup. It remains to be seen what other surprises the tournament has in store for fans.
Source: Yahoo Sports