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| Colombian singer Shakira rehearses a day ahead of her free concert on Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro, on May 1, 2026. |
Colombian Superstar Teases New World Cup Song Ahead of FIFA 2026
Shakira has officially returned to the FIFA World Cup stage with a brand-new anthem for the 2026 tournament.
The global pop icon shared a teaser of her upcoming song “Dai Dai” on social media, confirming the track as an official FIFA World Cup 2026 song featuring Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy.
Shakira Reveals ‘Dai Dai’ From Brazil’s Iconic Maracanã Stadium
In the teaser video, Shakira appears inside the legendary Maracanã Stadium surrounded by dancers as the emotional anthem begins playing in the background.
The singer performs lyrics including:
“Here in this place, you belong… What broke you once made you strong.”
Shakira confirmed the full song will officially release on May 14.
FIFA World Cup Music Legacy Continues
Shakira is already known worldwide for her legendary 2010 FIFA World Cup anthem:
Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)
The song became one of the most iconic football anthems in history and helped cement her connection with global football fans.
FIFA 2026 Tournament Set for Historic Kickoff
The FIFA World Cup 2026 tournament is scheduled to begin on June 11, with matches hosted across North America.
The final is expected to take place at MetLife Stadium near New York City.
Fans React Online
Social media quickly exploded after the teaser release, with fans praising the collaboration between Shakira and Burna Boy and predicting another global football anthem ahead of the biggest World Cup in history.