Shakira and Burna Boy Perform ‘Dai Dai’ at the 2026 FIFA World Cup Opening Ceremony

Shakira and Burna Boy brought star power and plenty of energy to the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, getting thousands of fans on their feet before the tournament’s first match at Mexico City’s iconic Estadio Azteca.

The Colombian superstar and the Grammy-winning Nigerian singer delivered a live performance of “Dai Dai,” the official song of the 2026 World Cup, as fireworks lit up the sky and dancers filled the stadium ahead of the opening clash between co-hosts Mexico and South Africa.

Shakira, who has become closely associated with the World Cup thanks to past global hits tied to the tournament, looked right at home on football’s biggest stage once again. Burna Boy matched her energy, creating one of the ceremony’s most memorable moments as fans roared in approval throughout the performance.

The spectacle unfolded inside the historic Estadio Azteca, a venue that previously hosted the 1970 and 1986 World Cup finals and recently underwent renovations ahead of this year’s expanded tournament. Dancers swirled around a giant replica of the World Cup trophy while colorful pyrotechnics and visual effects transformed the 80,000-capacity stadium into a celebration of football and music.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is being hosted jointly by Mexico, the United States, and Canada, marking the first time three nations have shared hosting duties. The expanded competition will feature 48 teams and 104 matches, culminating with the final in New Jersey on July 19.

While the atmosphere inside Estadio Azteca was festive, thousands of supporters gathered elsewhere across Mexico City to celebrate the start of the tournament. The excitement highlighted the global appeal of the World Cup and set the tone for what promises to be a month of unforgettable football moments.

With Shakira and Burna Boy leading the opening festivities, the 2026 World Cup got exactly the kind of vibrant, international kickoff fans were hoping for.