Mexican singer Julieta Venegas is at the center of controversy following the release of her song, "La niña futbolista" (The Football Girl), commissioned for cultural events surrounding the 2026 World Cup. The song has quickly become a trending topic, but not for positive reasons. Online reactions have been largely critical, with many users creating memes mocking the track. The nature of the criticism remains largely unspecified, but it has generated significant discussion on social media platforms. The song was intended to be part of the cultural program associated with the upcoming international sporting event. Venegas has not yet publicly responded to the negative feedback. The situation highlights the challenges artists face when creating music for large-scale, public events.