Shakira is officially returning to the FIFA World Cup spotlight with her latest anthem, Dai Dai, for the 2026 tournament.
The Colombian superstar teased the track through a dramatic video posted from Maracanã Stadium, one of football’s most iconic venues. The full song is scheduled for release on May 14 and also features Nigerian artist Burna Boy.
Second Official World Cup Anthem for Shakira
This marks Shakira’s second official FIFA World Cup anthem after the global phenomenon Waka Waka (This Time for Africa) for the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa.
The song became one of the most successful football anthems ever and remains closely associated with the tournament’s legacy worldwide.
Shakira also performed La La La (Brazil 2014) during the closing ceremony of the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, further strengthening her connection with football’s biggest event.
Burna Boy Adds Global Flavor
The inclusion of Burna Boy reflects FIFA’s continued focus on global musical collaborations and multicultural appeal ahead of the expanded 48-team World Cup.
The Nigerian Grammy-winning star has become one of Africa’s biggest music exports and is expected to bring Afro-fusion energy to the tournament anthem.
FIFA World Cup Set for Historic Edition
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be jointly hosted by United States, Mexico and Canada from June 11 to July 19.
It will be the first World Cup featuring 48 teams, making it the largest edition in tournament history. Colombia, Shakira’s home nation, has also qualified for the competition.
Music and Football’s Powerful Connection
World Cup songs have become a major part of football culture, blending global entertainment with the emotional energy of the tournament.
From Waka Waka to Live It Up and Hayya Hayya, FIFA anthems often shape fan identity, commercial branding and social media engagement around the competition.
Sports psychologists and marketing experts say music also plays a major role in athlete motivation, fan connection and emotional memory during mega sporting events.
Shakira’s Football Legacy Continues
Shakira’s relationship with football extends beyond music. She famously performed Hips Don’t Lie during the 2006 FIFA World Cup closing ceremony in Germany and later became closely linked with football culture through her relationship with former FC Barcelona defender Gerard Piqué.
With Dai Dai, the singer is once again set to become one of the defining voices of the World Cup stage.
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