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Laura Pausini Dedicated Her World Cup Final Performance to Venezuela

From El Nacional · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Italian singer Laura Pausini dedicated her performance at the 2026 World Cup final opening ceremony to Venezuela.
  • Pausini stated her song "Desire" carries a message of hope, empathy, and unity, which she felt was crucial for Venezuelans.
  • The singer's gesture aimed to offer encouragement to Venezuelans following devastating earthquakes that caused thousands of deaths.

Italian singer Laura Pausini dedicated her performance at the opening ceremony of the 2026 World Cup final to Venezuela. The artist used her platform to send a message of hope and solidarity to the South American nation, which has been grappling with the aftermath of devastating earthquakes.

I have an incredible opportunity to sing a song called Desire, which has this fundamental message today, it speaks of the value of believing in hope, being empathetic and united.

— Laura PausiniLaura Pausini explaining the message of her song and its relevance to Venezuela.

Before taking the stage at MetLife Stadium in New York, Pausini shared on social media that her performance held special significance. She explained that her song, "Desire," carries a fundamental message about the value of believing in hope, being empathetic, and staying united. Pausini felt this message was particularly relevant and needed for Venezuelans at this time.

"I have an incredible opportunity to sing a song called Desire, which has this fundamental message today, it speaks of the value of believing in hope, being empathetic and united," the famous singer stated. She added, "All of this comes at a fundamental moment because I believe the world needs to believe and have hope."

All of this comes at a fundamental moment because I believe the world needs to believe and have hope.

— Laura PausiniLaura Pausini emphasizing the global need for hope.

As she prepared to sing, Pausini's thoughts were with Venezuela, a country facing immense tragedy after a series of seismic events on June 24th resulted in over 5,000 deaths. "I want everyone to know that as I sing, my lips will be yours, and we dedicate this moment to all our friends in Venezuela," she concluded. Pausini performed alongside British singer Robbie Williams and American singer Nicole Scherzinger. Her gesture highlighted her support for Venezuela during its most devastating natural disaster in contemporary history, marked by widespread fatalities, injuries, and destruction, particularly in states like La Guaira.

I want everyone to know that as I sing, my lips will be yours, and we dedicate this moment to all our friends in Venezuela.

— Laura PausiniLaura Pausini dedicating her performance to the people of Venezuela.
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Originally published by El Nacional in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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