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Rooney Slams World Cup Halftime Show as 'Crap'
19 Jul
Summary
- Wayne Rooney found the first-ever World Cup final halftime show unimpressive.
- The show featured Madonna, Justin Bieber, and Shakira, benefiting a charity fund.
- Rooney specifically disliked the performance of the song 'Macarena'.
Wayne Rooney, a three-time World Cup participant, voiced his strong disapproval of the first-ever halftime show during the World Cup final on Sunday, July 19. He described the performance, which featured global artists like Madonna, Justin Bieber, and Shakira, as "crap."
Despite the star-studded lineup and a cameo by Jason Sudeikis as Ted Lasso, Rooney confessed that even the iconic "Macarena" failed to impress him. The historic halftime show was noted for its charitable component, with proceeds benefiting the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which supports education and sports for children in underserved communities.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino praised the show as a "spectacular and unifying" event, thanking the performers for delivering a message of education and entertainment. Rooney, who retired from football in 2021, has since moved into management positions.
