No artist owns the World Cup quite like Shakira. She gave us “Waka Waka” in 2010 and the 2026 official song “Dai Dai,” and now she’ll co-headline the first-ever World Cup Final halftime show on July 19, 2026. It might be her biggest FIFA moment yet.
| Event | First-ever FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show |
| Date | July 19, 2026 |
| Venue | MetLife Stadium, New Jersey |
| Headliners | Shakira, Madonna & BTS |
| Length | ~11 minutes |
| Curated by | Chris Martin (Coldplay) |
| Produced by | Global Citizen |
Shakira’s Unmatched World Cup Legacy
Shakira is, by almost any measure, the defining musical voice of the modern World Cup. “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)” became the most-streamed World Cup song ever, she returned in 2014, and in 2026 she delivered the official song “Dai Dai” with Burna Boy.
Co-headlining the final’s halftime show now adds a third pillar to that legacy — read the full arc in our Shakira World Cup music legacy feature.
The First-Ever Final Halftime Show
The 2026 final introduces a Super Bowl-style halftime show for the first time in World Cup history. It’s an ~11-minute production at MetLife Stadium, curated by Coldplay’s Chris Martin and produced by Global Citizen, with proceeds going to the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund — details confirmed by FIFA and Billboard.
The Sesame Street Muppets round out a lineup built for both spectacle and a good cause.
What to Expect from Shakira
If anyone knows how to move a stadium, it’s Shakira. Expect a high-octane medley — and given the setting, the crowd will be praying for at least a snippet of “Waka Waka” or “Dai Dai.”
Sharing the Stage with Madonna & BTS
Shakira joins Madonna and BTS for the historic show — a trio spanning pop royalty, Latin superstardom and global K-pop. For the complete rundown, see our World Cup 2026 Final halftime show guide.
Want the songs side by side? Start with who sings the official World Cup 2026 song.
More World Cup 2026 Music
Dive deeper into ‘Dai Dai’, the official anthem ‘DNA,’ and the classic ‘Waka Waka.’
There’s a neat full-circle quality to it, too. The woman who turned World Cup music into a worldwide phenomenon with “Waka Waka” will now help launch the tournament’s first-ever final halftime show — a fitting reward for more than 15 years as the face of FIFA’s soundtrack. For a huge chunk of the global audience, Shakira’s portion of the set is the one they’ll be setting alarms and booking watch parties for.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Shakira performing at the 2026 World Cup final?
Yes — Shakira will co-headline the first-ever World Cup Final halftime show on July 19, 2026, with Madonna and BTS.
What World Cup songs has Shakira done?
She performed ‘Waka Waka’ (2010), appeared in 2014, and recorded the 2026 official song ‘Dai Dai’ with Burna Boy.
When is the halftime show?
July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, during the World Cup final.
Will Shakira sing Waka Waka at halftime?
The setlist isn’t confirmed, but fans are hoping for ‘Waka Waka’ or ‘Dai Dai’ during her set.