Shakira, Burna Boy set to bring 'Dai Dai' magic at 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony
New York, June 5
Pop icon Shakira, along with Nigerian sensation Burna Boy, are set to perform at the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
As announced by FIFA on their official social media handle, the artists will join a star-studded lineup on the global stage, taking the excitement to the next level among fans and enthusiasts.
"Dai Dai @shakira and @burnaboy will join a star-studded lineup on the global stage at the #FIFAWorldCup opening ceremony in Mexico City!" read the caption on the post.
Mexico is all set to open the upcoming edition of the FIFA World Cup on June 11, 2026, at the Mexico City Stadium.
It is worth mentioning that Shakira and Burno Boy are already helming the official song of FIFA 2026.
Shot in Miami and directed by Hannah Lux Davis, the video begins with Shakira standing at the top of Mexico City's iconic Angel of Independence before transitioning to scenes of her dancing in a desert landscape alongside a group of African children. It was followed by the introduction of Burna Boy.
'Dai Dai' audio, which was released on May 16, marks Shakira's latest association with football after the global success of her past tournament anthem, 'Waka Waka'.
Shakira is also set to co-headline the first-ever FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show on July 19 at the New York-New Jersey Stadium.
This arrived after the recent unveiling of the complete artist lineup for the Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Album, announcing an 18-track project that brings together some of the biggest names in global music ahead of the upcoming tournament across the United States, Canada and Mexico.
The album, scheduled for release on June 5, is now available for pre-save across streaming platforms. FIFA described the project as the most extensive multi-track music and culture initiative ever created for a FIFA World Cup.
The newly unveiled artist "squad" features a diverse mix of international stars spanning K-pop, Afrobeats, Latin music, hip-hop and pop. Among the headline collaborations are LISA, Anitta and Rema on Goals, Future and Tyla on Game Time, Major Lazer, Nelly Furtado and Davido on No Place Like Home, and Ayra Starr and Latto on Show Me.
The album also includes appearances from major global acts such as Shakira, Burna Boy, Stormzy, The Rolling Stones, Daddy Yankee, 21 Savage, French Montana, Ava Max, Jelly Roll, and internet personality IShowSpeed, whose track Champion emerged as one of the surprise inclusions in the lineup.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is scheduled to take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Really excited for the halftime show finally happening at the World Cup final. It's about time FIFA caught up with the Super Bowl on this. Shakira and the lineup is 🔥
Love the global representation - K-pop, Afrobeats, Latin music all together. Wish there was some Indian representation though. We have such incredible music too. Maybe next time? 🤞
IShowSpeed making the album is unexpected but honestly hilarious. His energy is infectious and that Champion track is actually catchy. FIFA knows how to get the younger crowd hyped.
A 18-track album is massive! But honestly, the real magic is on the pitch. Hope India qualifies one day so we can truly feel the World Cup fever at home. Until then, will enjoy the music from afar.
The Rolling Stones AND Daddy Yankee on the same album? What a time to be alive! FIFA is really going all out for the 2026 World Cup. Shakira deserves all the flowers for her football legacy.
Waka Waka was iconic but I hope 'Dai Dai' brings something fresh. The video with African children sounds beautiful though - Shakira always connects with local cultures respectfully. Respect.