FIFA to break own laws for World Cup final with Argentina punishment expected

SportFootballWorld CupSpain vs Argentina is due to be played on Sunday06:33, 18 Jul 2026FIFA is set to break its OWN LAWS for a SECOND time at this World Cup. The organisation is already facing criticism for its handling of the Folarin Balogun red card scandal for the USA national team.‌And now it is extending the final of the World Cup’s half-time by 10 minutes. The laws of the game mandate that half-time should only be a maximum of 15 minutes.‌But owing to FIFA organising a half-time show, this will now be extended. American singer Jennifer Hudson is scheduled to perform the US national anthem ahead of the event.‌READ MORE New rubbish law for UK households with £5,000 fines for breaking itIt comes amid speculation Argentina could face a punishment for the Falklands war banner stunt again