Rooney Slams World Cup Halftime Show | Raleigh News

Spain stunned Argentina in extra time to win the 2026 World Cup, but the real buzz came from the chaotic, star-studded halftime show—featuring Justin Bieber, Madonna, BTS, Shakira, the Muppets, and even Ted Lasso—held for the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund. While FIFA President Gianni Infantino called it “spectacular and unifying,” English legend Wayne Rooney slammed it as “crap,” praising only its swift end. Rooney also criticized Argentina’s post-match behavior, calling it a disappointing repeat of past patterns, with former England keeper Joe Hart echoing his view. The episode captures how soccer fans divide—celebrating triumphs while dissecting spectacle and sportsmanship. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/67ca34d28db24b2b