FIFA boss Gianni Infantino was delighted-and US President Donald Trump and his wife Melania also experienced the first show acts before the kick-off. Around the final of the Club World Cup between Paris Saint-Germain and FC Chelsea, the World Football Association also ensured a show program typical at large sports events in the USA.
Robbie Williams sings
This started long before the kick -off on Sunday afternoon (local time) in the Metlife Stadium. The predominant color was gold on the lawn. Robbie Williams performed with the Italian pop singer Laura Pausini before kick-off. Together they sang the FIFA anthem “Desire”.
This experienced its premiere at the four-week World Cup. And it will also be heard in the games at the World Cup finals in the World Cup finals in Canada, Mexico and the USA. FIFA boss Infantino spoke in advance of “one party” that football has not yet experienced.
National anthem and military aircraft
In honor of the host country, the United States’s national anthem was played, accompanied by an honorary formation. Trump held his right hand for a military greeting. A spectacular overflight, accompanied by colorful pyrotechnics, caused enthusiasm in the audience.
The global artists J Balvin, Doja Cat and Tems later created the mood in the half-time show. In this there was also a special moment with Emmanuel Kelly. The Australian singer was the first pop artist with physical disabilities to perform on a half -time show – together with the British success band Coldplay.