Both broadcasters will maintain standard match coverage instead of airing the halftime entertainment during the FIFA World Cup final.
According to reports, UK broadcasters BBC Sport and ITV will not interrupt their live coverage of the FIFA World Cup final to show the halftime performance, opting instead to continue with regular football analysis and match broadcast.
The decision means viewers watching the final on both channels will not see the halftime show segment, which is traditionally part of major international sporting events. Instead, both networks are expected to focus on tactical breakdowns, interviews, and match commentary during the interval.
The World Cup final is part of the wider FIFA tournament organised by FIFA World Cup, which is known for its global broadcast reach and entertainment elements alongside the sporting competition.
No official statement was made indicating a change to the broadcasters’ long-standing coverage approach, with both ITV and BBC maintaining their standard editorial format for major football events.