The Cure's Robert Smith has joined the chorus of criticism directed at FIFA's plans for a halftime show during the World Cup Final. The show, which will be the first of its kind, will feature performances from a range of high-profile artists, including Coldplay, Madonna, and BTS. The event will be overseen by Fifa President Gianni Infantino, who has described it as a 'groundbreaking spectacle'.
However, not everyone is impressed with the plans. The Cure's Robert Smith, 67, has taken to social media to express his frustration with the idea of a halftime show during the World Cup Final. In a post on the band's official Instagram account, Smith wrote: 'The half-time show, which has been curated by Coldplay's Chris Martin, will feature Madonna, Justin Bieber, Shakira and the K-pop boyband BTS. Fifa's president, Gianni Infantosser, has described the half-time show as 'groundbreaking spectacle' that will 'celebrate football, music and our shared values, ensuring a legacy that transcends the final whistle' AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAGH...
Smith's criticism is not just aimed at the halftime show itself, but also at the involvement of Donald Trump in the event. According to Smith, Trump will be involved in the presentation of the World Cup trophy, along with Infantino. Smith has expressed his disapproval of Trump's involvement, calling it a 'mugwank idea'. The Cure are currently on tour in Europe, having recently performed at the Isle of Wight festival.
The halftime show is set to feature a range of performances, including a 11-minute musical extravaganza with Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber, and BTS. The show will be curated by Coldplay's Chris Martin, who has worked with a range of artists to bring the event together. Despite the criticism from Smith and others, the halftime show is set to be a major draw for the World Cup Final.
The World Cup Final will take place on Sunday, with the halftime show set to be a major part of the event.