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Video: Burna Boy, Shakira perform ‘Dai Dai’ at World Cup half-time show
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Video: Burna Boy, Shakira perform ‘Dai Dai’ at World Cup half-time show

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  • Nigerian Afrobeats star Burna Boy and Colombian singer Shakira performed 'Dai Dai,' the official song of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, at the tournament's first-ever half-time show.
  • The performance took place at New York New Jersey Stadium during the final match between Argentina and Spain.
  • The event featured other global artists and supported the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, celebrating unity through football.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain featured a historic first: a Super Bowl-style half-time show. Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Burna Boy and Colombian pop icon Shakira headlined the event, performing their song 'Dai Dai,' the tournament's official anthem.

The duo took to the stage at New York New Jersey Stadium, delivering a vibrant performance complete with dancers and dazzling visuals. The song 'Dai Dai' celebrates unity through the sport of football and was a central piece of the entertainment.

The half-time show also included appearances and performances from other major international artists such as Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS, and Coldplay. The spectacle served to support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, aiming to promote education worldwide.

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