Shakira Kicks Off 2026 Fifa World Cup with Epic Opening Ceremony Performance
JerseyTalks Staff
Jun 12, 2026
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Shakira kicked off the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup with an epic opening ceremony number. The Colombian pop star, 49, brought the house down Thursday at Mexico City's Estadio Azteca, delivering an upbeat performance of her and Nigerian singer Burna Boy's song, "Dai Dai." The track, which they also co-wrote, is the official anthem of this year's soccer tournament.
Shakira kicked off the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup with an epic opening ceremony number.
The Colombian pop star, 49, brought the house down Thursday at Mexico City's Estadio Azteca, delivering an upbeat performance of her and Nigerian singer Burna Boy's song, "Dai Dai." The track, which they also co-wrote, is the official anthem of this year's soccer tournament.
Shakira performed during the first of three 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup opening ceremonies in Mexico City on Thursday.
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