Burna Boy and Shakira are set to deliver a historic performance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show, the first of its kind in football history, as the world watches Spain and Argentina clash for the title at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, 19 July 2026. The Nigerian Afrobeats superstar and Colombian pop icon will take the stage together to perform their official tournament anthem, “Dai Dai,” a vibrant fusion of Afrobeats and Latin rhythms that has already topped charts since its release on 15 May 2026. The song, produced under Sony Music Latin and Ace Entertainment, carries the Italian phrase “Dai Dai,” meaning “come on, come on,” and serves as the official anthem for the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which aims to raise $100 million to support children’s access to quality education and football opportunities worldwide.
The duo has been sharing behind-the-scenes glimpses of their rehearsals on Instagram, showcasing their chemistry and excitement. In one viral clip, Shakira asks Burna Boy about the song’s number one success, prompting him to lift her into the air and spin her around in celebration. Their performance will also feature the Ghetto Kids, a celebrated Ugandan dance group, adding a dynamic cultural layer to the halftime spectacle. The 11-minute show, which marks a milestone for global football entertainment, will also include appearances by Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber, Coldplay, Venezuelan conductor Gustavo Dudamel, and the PS22 Chorus. All performers are donating their time to support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, underscoring the event’s charitable mission.
The final match kicks off at 8pm WAT (3pm ET) and features a generational showdown between Argentina, led by legendary Lionel Messi, and Spain, powered by teenage prodigy Lamine Yamal, who at 19 has emerged as one of the tournament’s standout stars. The halftime show will be broadcast live across multiple platforms: Fox and Telemundo in the United States, BBC iPlayer and ITVX in the UK, and SuperSport on DStv in Nigeria. This moment represents not only a celebration of music and sport but also a global call to action for education and youth empowerment through the power of football and art. The world is ready to dance, and Burna Boy and Shakira are leading the charge.
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