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Shakira certainly scored a winning performance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Indeed, the “Waka Waka” singer opened up the international soccer competition June 11 by performing the tournament’s official song “Dai Dai” alongside Burna Boy at Mexico City’s Estadio Azteca.
During the number, Shakira wore a neon yellow body suit and sunglasses as she proved her hips still don’t lie with a choreographed dance alongside dozens of backup dancers. Meanwhile, the “City Boys” singer sported a denim outfit as he swayed along with his fellow musician.
“May this 2026 World Cup take place in peace and be a source of joy and unity for people around the world,” Shakira wrote on her Instagram Stories after her performance. “Above all, may we remember our little champions who are waiting for opportunities, such as education, so they can thrive in life.”
The 49-year-old concluded, “We are ready!”
Of course, Shakira wasn’t the only international star to hit the stage: J Balvin also performed a medley of his hits to the Mexico City crowd.
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