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World Cup Finals, parade of stars: from Trump to Shakira, with a big absence
World⚽ Sports3 hr. ago

World Cup Finals, parade of stars: from Trump to Shakira, with a big absence

The final of the World Cup features a star-studded lineup of celebrities, athletes, and actors, including Shakira, Madonna, Justin Bieber, and Coldplay, who will perform during the halftime show. Tom Cruise will make a special appearance at the closing ceremony, while Jennifer Hudson and Laura Pausini will perform national anthems and songs. The event will take place at the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New York, where security has been heightened due to concerns over air quality caused by smoke from Canadian wildfires. Argentine President Javier Milei will not attend the match, choosing instead to watch from his residence out of superstition, unlike U.S. President Donald Trump, who will be present alongside FIFA president Gianni Infantino. The Spanish royal family will also attend, despite recent tensions between Trump and Spain.

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Dnevnik logoDnevnikIndependent🔒Center3 hr. ago
Finals like the Super Bowl: during the halftime musical spectacle

The article discusses the planned musical spectacle during the halftime break of the FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain, which is expected to extend the typical 15-minute halftime period to 25 or even 30 minutes. This change conflicts with the rules set by the International Football Association Board (IFAB), which limits halftime breaks to 15 minutes unless approved by the referee. The event, organized by FIFA and the humanitarian organization Global Citizen, aims to raise funds for global education initiatives. The spectacle includes performances by international music icons such as Shakira, Madonna, Justin Bieber, and others, coordinated by Coldplay’s Chris Martin. The article highlights the potential impact on gameplay and the significance of this unprecedented shift in football event planning.

Bias read (Center): The article reports on a sports-related event without taking a political stance. It focuses on the logistics and implications of extending halftime for a musical performance, presenting information objectively without ideological framing.

la Repubblica logola RepubblicaIndependent🔒Center5 hr. ago
World Cup Finals, parade of stars: from Trump to Shakira, with a big absence

The final of the World Cup features a star-studded lineup of celebrities, athletes, and actors, including Shakira, Madonna, Justin Bieber, and Coldplay, who will perform during the halftime show. Tom Cruise will make a special appearance at the closing ceremony, while Jennifer Hudson and Laura Pausini will perform national anthems and songs. The event will take place at the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New York, where security has been heightened due to concerns over air quality caused by smoke from Canadian wildfires. Argentine President Javier Milei will not attend the match, choosing instead to watch from his residence out of superstition, unlike U.S. President Donald Trump, who will be present alongside FIFA president Gianni Infantino. The Spanish royal family will also attend, despite recent tensions between Trump and Spain.

Bias read (Center): The article focuses on the entertainment and logistical aspects of the World Cup final, mentioning celebrity appearances, security measures, and environmental conditions. It does not engage in political commentary or framing beyond noting the absence of a political figure due to personal reasons. No

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