Shakira dominated the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. The Colombian singer’s performance served as a prelude to the tournament’s first match between Mexico and South Africa. Approximately 80,000 spectators filled the stadium to witness the roughly twenty-minute musical spectacle. Shakira concluded the ceremony with a performance of the official World Cup song, “Dai Dai.” The event marked the official start of the highly anticipated international football tournament. The ceremony was widely attended and generated significant excitement among fans. Further details were reported by Hespress, a Moroccan online newspaper.