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A Halftime Like No Other
The "cooling breaks" are one of the novelties of the 2026 World Cup, which will conclude tomorrow with the match between Spain and Argentina. A halftime like no other. In addition to the 3-minute "hydration breaks" during both halves of the match between La Roja and La Albiceleste (referring to the respective colors of the two teams), the World Cup final will be marked by a historic "halftime" show. An unprecedented spectacle combining sport and music, aimed at supporting FIFA and the Global Citizen Education Fund through educational initiatives and the "Football for Schools" program in over 200 countries. One dollar from each ticket sold for World Cup matches will be donated to the FIFA-Global Citizen partnership, with the goal of expanding access to quality education and football for children worldwide. Including in Madagascar, where local programs could benefit from dedicated funding for this purpose. In short, Malagasy children are not left on the sidelines, even though the Barea were not among the African teams qualified for the 2026 World Cup. The name of the world champion will be known at the end of regular time or, at most, after any extra time or penalty shootout. Anything is possible in this match between two countries separated by geography but united by history, notably by the same official language. After taking its revenge on the football field against England in the Falkland Islands war, Argentina will not accept being (re)colonized by Spain on the grass of MetLife Stadium in New York. Rather, it will be a battle of the stars between Argentines seeking a fourth title and Spain chasing a second world crown. All this before some 80,000 spectators and more than 20 million television viewers across the planet. All predictions risk being exceeded thanks to the "halftime," since Americans are not known for doing things halfway during this halftime like no other.
Source: Midi Madagasikara