Plans are reportedly being explored to significantly expand the halftime entertainment at the FIFA World Cup, with performances potentially lasting up to 30 minutes, according to The Indian Express.

The proposal is said to include multiple international artists performing across a specially designed stage setup. This would also require extensive technical planning, including the construction and dismantling of stages and broadcast equipment within a limited timeframe inside the stadium.

Traditionally, football matches including those at the World Cup feature a 15-minute halftime interval with no formal entertainment segment comparable to events like the Super Bowl. However, recent discussions around enhancing the global appeal of the tournament have reportedly led organisers to consider a more ambitious entertainment format.

The idea is understood to be part of broader efforts to expand the World Cup’s global entertainment footprint, blending sport with large-scale live performances. While no official confirmation has been made, the involvement of multiple high-profile artists and complex staging logistics is expected to be central to any final format approved.

If implemented, the change would mark one of the most significant departures from traditional football match operations in World Cup history, introducing a longer and more production-heavy halftime experience for fans worldwide.