Nigerian Afrobeats star Burna Boy and Colombian music sensation Shakira have reunited ahead of Sunday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup final, sharing a cheerful moment during rehearsals at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Burna Boy posted a video on his X (formerly Twitter) account, capturing the pair smiling, laughing, and embracing warmly as they prepared for the historic halftime performance at the World Cup final.
The Grammy-winning singer also hinted at the highly anticipated show, expressing his excitement about performing alongside Shakira on one of football’s biggest stages.
FIFA had earlier announced that Burna Boy and Shakira will headline the tournament’s first-ever halftime show at a FIFA World Cup final, where they are expected to perform “Dai Dai,” the official anthem of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The entertainment lineup is set to feature several global stars, including BTS, Madonna, Justin Bieber, Gustavo Dudamel, Coldplay’s PS22 Chorus, as well as special appearances from Sesame Street and The Muppets characters.
Unlike previous World Cup finals, this year’s halftime break is expected to run longer than the traditional 15 minutes to accommodate the landmark performance and other celebratory activities.
The final itself will see Spain take on Argentina, with millions of football fans worldwide expected to tune in for both the championship clash and the star-studded halftime spectacle.
Burna Boy and Shakira previously performed “Dai Dai” during the tournament’s opening ceremony in Mexico City, where the official World Cup anthem made its global debut.
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Burna Boy’s reunion with Shakira comes as anticipation builds for the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, where the two global music stars are set to headline the tournament’s first-ever official halftime show.
FIFA had earlier announced that Burna Boy and Shakira would perform “Dai Dai,” the official anthem of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The collaboration marked a significant milestone for both artists, bringing together African and Latin music influences on one of the world’s biggest sporting stages.
The duo first performed the anthem during the tournament’s opening ceremony in Mexico City, where Dai Dai was officially unveiled to football fans around the globe. Their performance received widespread attention and heightened expectations for another memorable appearance at the World Cup final.
Ahead of Sunday’s showdown between Spain and Argentina at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, Burna Boy shared a video on his X (formerly Twitter) account showing himself and Shakira laughing, embracing, and enjoying a lighthearted moment during rehearsals. The clip quickly went viral, with fans expressing excitement about the historic performance.
The halftime show is expected to be one of the biggest entertainment spectacles in FIFA World Cup history. Unlike previous finals, the halftime break has reportedly been extended beyond the traditional 15 minutes to accommodate the landmark production.
In addition to Burna Boy and Shakira, the event is expected to feature performances and appearances from international stars including BTS, Madonna, Justin Bieber, Gustavo Dudamel, Coldplay’s PS22 Chorus, as well as beloved characters from Sesame Street and The Muppets, making it one of the most star-studded halftime shows ever staged at a FIFA World Cup final.
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