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Shakira launches 2026 World Cup anthem 'Dai Dai'

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Colombian pop icon Shakira has rolled out the official anthem for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 49‑year‑old previewed the track, titled “Dai Dai,” in a one‑minute Instagram clip filmed inside Brazil’s historic Maracanã stadium. The full song drops on 14 May and features Nigerian star Burna Boy, marking a fresh soundtrack for the tournament across the United States, Mexico and Canada.

Shakira returns to World Cup music after her 2010 hit “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)” and the 2014 “La La La (Brazil 2014)” performed at Rio’s closing ceremony. The new anthem arrives as Colombia, her homeland, prepares to compete in the expanded 48‑team field that runs from 11 June to 19 July. Her involvement links past successes with this year’s American staging.

Fans across three host nations will hear Shakira’s rhythmic blend of Latin pop and Afro‑beat during opening ceremonies and broadcasts. With the tournament set to showcase 48 squads, the anthem aims to capture the event’s global reach while giving Colombian supporters a familiar voice. The song’s release adds another cultural layer to what promises to be a record‑breaking World Cup.