Shakira, World Cup 2026 Opening Show With Burna Boy Confirmed
21.06.2026 - 00:52:54 | ad-hoc-news.de
Shakira is heading back to the center of the global soccer stage. According to a recent Billboard report, she will perform her collaborative single Dai Dai with Burna Boy live for the first time at the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico.
World Cup opening performance confirmed
The 2026 World Cup will kick off on June 11, 2026, with an opening ceremony at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, where Shakira and Burna Boy are slated to deliver Dai Dai on the main stage.
The show places Shakira alongside other global acts in a multi-artist program curated by FIFA and local organizers, continuing the tournament tradition of high-profile pop performances at the opening event.
Why this matters for U.S. fans
The 2026 World Cup is jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada, with matches scheduled in major U.S. cities including Los Angeles, New York/New Jersey, Dallas and Miami, making Shakira's performance part of a North American mega-event.
Her new song Dai Dai arrives after years of strong U.S. chart presence, including the Hot 100 top 10 hit Hips Don't Lie and her 2023 viral single Shakira: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 53 reaching the Billboard Hot 100 top 10.
All news and background on Shakira
For more on Shakira's releases, tours and major live appearances, the AD HOC NEWS archive offers additional reports and context.
The musical core of Shakira
Shakira blends Latin pop, rock and dance with strong rhythmic emphasis, switching between Spanish and English in her catalog.
Where the act stands
Shakira is currently preparing for the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony performance of Dai Dai with Burna Boy at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City on June 11, 2026.
Shakira at a glance
- Act: Shakira
- Genre: Latin pop, pop rock
- Origin: Barranquilla, Colombia
- Active since: 1990
- Lineup: Solo
- Label: Sony Music Latin, RCA
- Key works: Donde Estan los Ladrones? (1998), Laundry Service (2001), Oral Fixation Vol. 2 (2005), El Dorado (2017)
- Current album/single: Dai Dai, 2026
- Charts / certifications: Multiple Billboard Hot 100 top 10 hits and RIAA multi-platinum singles in the U.S.
- Next live date: June 11, 2026, Mexico City, Estadio Azteca
Frequently asked questions about Shakira
When will Shakira perform Dai Dai live for the first time?
Shakira is scheduled to perform Dai Dai with Burna Boy live for the first time at the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City on June 11, 2026.
Has Shakira performed at major soccer tournaments before?
Yes, Shakira performed Waka Waka (This Time for Africa) at events linked to the 2010 World Cup in South Africa and has become closely associated with global soccer tournaments.
What style of music can fans expect from Shakira at the 2026 World Cup?
Fans can expect a mix of Latin pop and stadium-ready rhythms, combining Shakira's dance-oriented sound with Burna Boy's Afro-fusion approach on Dai Dai for a globally oriented performance.
This article was created with AI assistance and editorially reviewed. All information without guarantee; dates, chart positions and certifications may change at short notice.
