The Digest:
Shakira and Nigerian Grammy-winning artist Burna Boy have been tapped to topline the official anthem for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The eclectic pair announced the collaboration titled "Dai Dai," which drops on May 14. Shakira famously helmed the 2010 World Cup anthem with "Waka Waka," while Burna Boy appeared on the soundtrack for the 2021 games. The 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place from June 11 to July 19, jointly hosted by sixteen cities across the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
Key Points:
- Burna Boy lands a major global collaboration with Shakira for the World Cup anthem.
- "Dai Dai" drops on May 14, ahead of the tournament kickoff on June 11.
- Shakira returns to the World Cup stage after her 2010 hit "Waka Waka."
- The 2026 World Cup will be hosted across 16 cities in the US, Mexico, and Canada.
- The tournament runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026.
Watch for the release of "Dai Dai" on May 14 and the World Cup kickoff on June 11.
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