Shakira and Burna Boy reunited on the pitch for final rehearsals ahead of their historic 2026 FIFA World Cup Finals first-half performance.Photo (Instagram)
Shakira, known for her chart-topping hits and energetic live performances that have attracted fans around the world, and Burna Boy, who has earned her reputation as one of the biggest names on the global music scene.
The two world-class artists come together for FIFA’s first-ever Super Bowl-themed entertainment for the 2026 World Cup Final.
As anticipation builds for the championship match at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, the musicians gave fans a behind-the-scenes look at the final practice sessions before Sunday’s big event.According to posts on social media, Shakira and Burna Boy, who previously performed together during the tournament’s opening ceremony in Mexico City, met on the field this week to improve their performance.
Shakira shared a glimpse of the preparations on social media, posting a training photo with Burna Boy and writing: “Getting ready for Sunday! @burnaboygram see you in the @fifaworldcup final! Dai dai, iko, dale, allez, let’s go.”
The post quickly generated widespread engagement, attracting more than a million likes and thousands of supportive comments.
Shakira and Burna Boy perform “Dai Dai” at the World Cup Final
Shakira and Burna Boy are set to perform “Dai Dai,” the official song of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The track serves as a global anthem promoting unity while supporting the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund. The production is expected to feature multiple performers and extend beyond the traditional 15-minute time slot, marking a significant moment in tournament history while providing the first Super Bowl-style halftime entertainment show.
Shakira stunned fans with a training update as she prepared to perform the official 2026 FIFA World Cup anthem ‘Dai Dai’ in the final.
The first half lineup is expected to include Justin Bieber,
Madonna
BTS, bandleader Gustavo Dudamel, and the PS22 chorus accompanied by Coldplay, in addition to appearances by characters from Sesame Street and The Muppets to highlight the education initiative.
The entertainment program will take place between the two halves of the World Cup final, providing audiences with an unprecedented level of star-studded performances and production value.
A star-studded audience is expected for the final
Aside from the halftime performers, the World Cup final is expected to attract a wave of high-profile attendees to MetLife Stadium. Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt, Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem are among the celebrities who have been in attendance throughout the tournament and are expected to attend the championship game, continuing a trend that has seen stars such as Travis Scott, Tom Brady and Robbie Williams attend previous matches across the US, Mexico and Canada.
Jennifer Hudson will also perform the national anthem before kickoff, days after she performed “God Bless America” at the MLB All-Star Game.