Colombia's star singer Shakira teased the new official song for the FIFA World Cup 2026, releasing a brief video of the track filmed at Brazil's iconic Maracana Stadium.
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FIFA World Cup 2026 | 16 years after 'Waka Waka', Shakira is back with 'Dai Dai'
In one lineShakira and Burna Boy release the official FIFA World Cup 2026 anthem 'Dai Dai' on May 14.Key facts• New World Cup anthemShakira and Nigerian artist Burna Boy have produced 'Dai Dai', the official theme song for FIFA World Cup 2026.• Shakira's returnThe Colombian singer follows her 2010 hit 'Waka Waka' with a new track, marking her third World Cup anthem.• Co-hosted tournamentThe 2026 World Cup will be the first with 48 teams, co-hosted by Canada, the USA, and Mexico from June 11 to July 19.• Maracana debutShakira premiered excerpts of 'Dai Dai' at Rio de Janeiro's Maracana Stadium, featuring dancers in team colours.• Release dateThe official song will be released on May 14, ahead of the tournament.Key statisticsJune 11 to July 19Tournament duration48Number of teams3 (2006, 2014, 2026)Shakira's World Cup performancesProcessed with AI. Reviewed by DH Digital Team.
The pop idol- who also created the 2010 World Cup anthem 'Waka Waka' -- announced the song, titled 'Dai Dai' in a post on her Instagram account.
In the 67sec video, Shakira appears on the pitch at the Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, where she performed in a free concert at the city's Copacabana Beach recently before two million people.
Holding the 'Trionda', the official match ball of the 2026 World Cup, Shakira performed excerpts of the song in English, joined by dancers dressed in the colors of teams including the United States and Colombia.
The song was produced with Nigerian artist Burna Boy and is set for official release on May 14. The clip, also shared by the FIFA World Cup account, ends with the message: "We're ready!"
Shakira has a long association with the World Cup, performing at the 2006 and 2014 World Cup finals in addition to producing "Waka Waka" for the 2010 tournament.
The FIFA World Cup 2026, the first edition of the global showpiece to feature 48 teams - will be co-hosted by Canada, alongside the United States and Mexico, from June 11 to July 19.
(With inputs from agencies)