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Uruguay’s national anthem is the longest in the world. Its meaning, history, and how the two-time champions sing it at the World Cup 2026.

Colombia’s national anthem: its meaning, who wrote it, and how a global music superpower — home to Shakira and J Balvin — sings it at the World Cup 2026.

South Korea’s national anthem ‘Aegukga’: its meaning, history, and how the home of K-pop and BTS sings it at the World Cup 2026.

Senegal’s national anthem was written by poet-president Léopold Sédar Senghor. Its meaning, history and African pride at the World Cup 2026.

The songs and chants that have soundtracked Lionel Messi’s career — from Argentina’s ‘Muchachos’ to terrace chants — ahead of his World Cup 2026 campaign.