Shakira to perform at World Cup opening ceremony
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- Shakira will perform her official 2026 World Cup anthem “Dai Dai” with Burna Boy on Thursday, 11 June at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, before the Mexico‑South Africa opener.
- J Balvin will also appear at the Mexico opening ceremony, joined by South African singer‑songwriter Tyla.
- Michael Bublé will headline the Canadian opening ceremony at BMO Field in Toronto on Friday, 12 June before Canada’s match, with Alanis Morissette also performing.
- Katy Perry will perform at Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium on Friday, 12 June before the USA‑Paraguay game, with Future also on the bill.
- Shakira will co‑headline a Super Bowl‑style halftime show with Madonna and BTS at the World Cup final on 19 July.
Why it matters: FIFA and broadcasters gain heightened global audience attention as Shakira’s June 11 opening act and July 19 halftime show attract viewers, boosting sponsor exposure and ticket demand for the 2026 World Cup.
