Heino ridicules World Cup final halftime show with 1970s song

German folk singer Heino posted an Instagram clip mocking the halftime performance of the 2026 World Cup final held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. He replaced Madonna’s original track with his 1972 hit “Hoch auf dem gelben Wagen,” overlaying the historic folk tune onto footage of Madonna arriving on a motorised cart driven by former Brazilian stars Ronaldo and Ronaldinho. Heino’s post drew mixed reactions online, with some viewers praising the nostalgic twist and others criticizing the lack of relevance to the contemporary pop‑laden show that also featured artists such as Shakira, Justin Bieber and BTS.

The halftime spectacle, part of the Spain versus Argentina final, was widely discussed for its flamboyant staging, while Heino’s parody highlighted contrasting musical tastes between the veteran German singer and the global pop lineup.