Colombian superstar Shakira is returning to the World Cup scene after FIFA announced her participation in the opening ceremony of the 2026 World Cup, scheduled for tomorrow, Thursday, in Mexico, where she will perform the tournament’s official song “Dai Dai” for football fans around the world.
International stars at the opening ceremony
The ceremony will feature a constellation of the world’s most famous singing stars, with Shakira performing alongside Nigerian star Burna Boy. The ceremony will also be enlivened by Colombian star J Balvin and South African singer Tyla, in a huge artistic show that reflects the cultural diversity of the countries participating in the tournament.
A humanitarian message for the official song
The importance of the song “Dai Dai” is not limited to being the official song of the World Cup, but it also carries a humanitarian message, as it means “Let’s go” in Italian, and is linked to an initiative launched by FIFA to support education and encourage children to practice sports around the world.
Return after a long absence
Shakira makes a triumphant return to the World Cup stage after a 12-year absence, renewing her connection to one of the most prominent sporting events with which her name has been synonymous for many years. This marks a new historical milestone for the Colombian star, as her fourth World Cup appearance makes her the most-attended artist in the tournament’s history, adding another chapter to her illustrious career on the global stage.
