Shakira and Burna Boy’s official FIFA World Cup 2026 anthem ‘Dai Dai’ will take center stage at the tournament’s opening ceremony, further strengthening music’s role in football’s biggest event.

Shakira and Burna Boy’s ‘Dai Dai’ Set for 2026 FIFA World Cup Opening Ceremony

Global music stars Shakira and Burna Boy are set to bring the spirit of football to the world stage as their official FIFA World Cup 2026 song, ‘Dai Dai’, takes center stage at the tournament’s opening ceremony in Mexico. FIFA has confirmed that Shakira will perform during the opening celebrations, marking another major chapter in her long-standing association with football’s biggest event.

‘Dai Dai’ Becomes the Soundtrack of World Cup 2026

Released as the official song of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, ‘Dai Dai’ brings together Shakira’s Latin pop energy and Burna Boy’s Afrobeats influence in a multilingual track celebrating unity, culture and the global passion for football. The song was unveiled in May and quickly became one of the tournament’s most anticipated musical releases.

The anthem features lyrics designed to inspire fans and players alike, blending multiple languages and musical styles while highlighting the worldwide appeal of the World Cup. FIFA has described the collaboration as a celebration of football and cultural diversity.

Shakira Returns to the World Cup Stage

Shakira's connection with the FIFA World Cup spans nearly two decades. The Colombian superstar previously performed ‘Hips Don’t Lie’ during the 2006 World Cup celebrations, delivered the iconic ‘Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)’ for the 2010 tournament and returned with ‘La La La (Brazil 2014)’ for the 2014 edition.

Her participation in the 2026 opening ceremony further strengthens her reputation as one of the artists most closely associated with football's global showcase. FIFA announced that she will perform ‘Dai Dai’ during the opening event in Mexico.

Burna Boy Adds Global Afrobeats Presence

For Burna Boy, ‘Dai Dai’ marks his first official FIFA World Cup song. The Nigerian superstar's involvement reflects FIFA's effort to bring together artists from different cultures and musical backgrounds for the expanded 2026 tournament.

His collaboration with Shakira combines Afrobeats, dance-pop and Latin rhythms, creating a track aimed at resonating with football fans across continents.

FIFA Expands Music’s Role in the Tournament

The announcement comes as FIFA continues to integrate music and entertainment into the World Cup experience. The organization recently unveiled an official tournament album featuring international collaborations, with ‘Dai Dai’ serving as its flagship anthem.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, with the tournament scheduled to run from June 11 to July 19.

Conclusion

With ‘Dai Dai’ set to headline the opening ceremony, Shakira and Burna Boy are poised to deliver one of the defining musical moments of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Their collaboration underscores FIFA’s vision of celebrating football through a blend of global cultures, sounds and shared passion.