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Shakira heats up World Cup final with preview of new summer anthem 'Dai Dai'

From El País · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Shakira is set to release a new song titled 'Dai Dai' for the summer, with a preview shared online.
  • The Colombian singer is a recurring artist for FIFA championships, having contributed songs in 2010, 2014, and now 2026.
  • She is also scheduled to perform at the halftime show of the Spain-Argentina World Cup final.

Colombian superstar Shakira is once again lending her musical talent to a FIFA World Cup, with a new song titled 'Dai Dai' anticipated for release this summer. A preview of the track has already generated excitement among fans online.

This marks Shakira's fourth participation in creating music for FIFA's premier international football tournament. Her previous anthems for the World Cup include 'Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)' in 2010 and 'La La La (Brazil 2014)'. Her continued association with the event solidifies her status as a FIFA championship music icon.

Adding to the anticipation, Shakira is also slated to perform during the halftime show of the upcoming World Cup final match between Spain and Argentina. This performance will further highlight her deep connection with the global football spectacle.

The release of 'Dai Dai' and her halftime performance are expected to be major highlights of the 2026 World Cup, building on her legacy of creating memorable songs for the tournament.

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Originally published by El País in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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