FIFA World Cup 2026 | Shakira, Burna release theme song 'Dai Dai'; Madonna, BTS to star halftime show during final

The final will feature a star-studded half-time show headlined by Madonna, Shakira and boy band BTS, which is curated by Coldplay singer Chris Martin.

Columbian pop diva Shakira and Nigerian singer-songwriter Burna Boy released 'Dai Dai' -- the FIFA World Cup 2026's official theme song in New York.

"Dai Dai brings together the global sounds and energy of Shakira and Burna Boy in a vibrant celebration of football, culture and unity," FIFA said in statement.

Recently Shakira had relaesed the teaser by sharing a minute-long teaser clip of a new song, writing on social media: "From Maracana Stadium, here is "Dai Dai," the FIFA World Cup Official Song 2026."

The game's global governing body said royalties from the song, which is available on major streaming platforms, will support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund.

FIFA also announced that the final on July 19 in New Jersey will feature a star-studded half-time show headlined by Madonna, Shakira and boy band BTS.

They ⁠will star in ‌a Super Bowl-style ​half-time show curated by Coldplay singer Chris Martin at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford.

Martin announced the musical line-up in ‌a post Wednesday on ‌X along with "Sesame Street" ‌characters Elmo, Cookie Monster, ‌Kermit the Frog and Kermit's firend, Miss Piggy.

This summer's World Cup will ⁠also feature ⁠musical acts at the opening ceremonies in all three host nations -- J Balvin, Danny Ocean, Mana and Tyla in Mexico; Alanis Morissette and ​Michael Buble in Canada; and ​Katy Perry, ​Future, Anitta and LISA in the US ​at Los Angeles' SoFi Stadium.

The FIFA World Cup 2026, the first edition of the global showpiece to ⁠feature 48 teams - will be co-hosted by Canada, alongside US and Mexico, from June 11 ⁠to July 19.

(With inputs from agencies)