Shakira, Burna Boy to debut 2026 World Cup anthem "Dai Dai" at Mexico City opening ceremony

The 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City will feature a special performance of the official anthem, "Dai Dai," by global music stars Shakira and Burna Boy. The highly anticipated event is set to kick off the world's biggest sporting competition on June 11.

This performance adds to an already star-studded lineup for the Mexican ceremony, which includes prominent Latin artists such as Alejandro Fernández, Belinda, Danny Ocean, and J Balvin. FIFA announced that the "Dai Dai" premiere will serve as a prelude to what is expected to be an unforgettable tournament.

The Estadio Ciudad de México will host the opening ceremony, beginning an hour and a half before the inaugural match between Mexico and South Africa. Other artists contributing to the official World Cup album and performing at the opening include Lila Downs, Los Ángeles Azules, Maná, and Tyla.

Beyond Mexico City, the World Cup will also have opening ceremonies in the United States and Canada. Canada's ceremony on June 12 will feature artists like Alanis Morissette and Michael Bublé, preceding the match between Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina. The United States will hold its opening event in Los Angeles on the same day, with performances by Katy Perry, Future, and Anitta, before the game between the U.S. and Paraguay.