Why the Muppets were in the World Cup halftime show

Everyone knew Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira and BTS would be part of the first-ever FIFA World Cup halftime show on Sunday.No one told us the Muppets would be there, though.It was an early surprise as a few Muppets mimed rocking out on some guitars early in the show in New Jersey.It was 0-0 at half between Argentina and Spain, but there were the Muppets.— Onyx (@OnyxOdds) July 19, 2026Hopefully everyone got to see that live, because it was worth the chuckle.MORE: Here's how to win a free Chipotle burrito during World Cup finalWhy were the Muppets on the World Cup halftime show?Why the heck not?There's really no explanation that is needed here.It's the Muppets. This was an extravaganza. Why not bring them along?It just added to the absurdity of it all. Brilliant stuff, and Ted Lasso soon