Shakira Unveils Official Song for 2026 World Cup
Colombian singer Shakira announced the official song for the upcoming 2026 World Cup on Thursday. The 49-year-old posted a video from Brazil’s Maracana stadium to tease the track, which features Nigerian artist Burna Boy.
The song will be released on May 14 and is set to be played during the tournament held in Mexico, the United States, and Canada from June 11 to July 19. The promotional video showcases Shakira alongside dancers dressed in colors representing various national teams participating in the event.
The track also features official match balls from the 2006, 2010, and 2014 World Cups, likely referencing her significant musical contributions during those tournaments. Shakira previously performed the official songs for the 2010 World Cup held in South Africa, the 2006 tournament in Germany, and the 2014 event in Brazil.