Burna Boy joins Shakira on FIFA anthem ahead of 2026 World Cup kickoff

Last updated: May 08, 2026 | 09:46

Colombian singer Shakira flashes the victory sign during a free concert at Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on May 2, 2026. AFP-PABLO PORCIUNCULA

Dubai: After years of fans asking for another global football anthem from Shakira, it is finally happening. The singer has officially returned to the FIFA World Cup stage with a brand-new song titled 'Dai Dai' created for the 2026 tournament and featuring Nigerian superstar Burna Boy.

Shakira teased the track this week through a video filmed inside the legendary Maracanã Stadium, instantly sending football fans into nostalgia mode

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The teaser shows the singer surrounded by dancers dressed in colours representing different national teams, while snippets of the song play in the background.…