On one level I think this is absolutely appalling, but on another level I feel entirely validated in not being emotionally invested in any sport whatsover.
“The 2026 World Cup final will stage a Super Bowl-style half-time show for the first time, with Coldplay helping to pick a "list of artists" to perform.
The tournament, which will be co-hosted by the USA, Canada and Mexico, concludes with the final on 19 July 2026 at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.”
https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/cge1q41np7go.amp