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Shakira Headlines Extended Halftime Show at World Cup Final

FIFA staged a first Super Bowl–style halftime to boost the tournament’s entertainment value and global reach.

Overview

  • Shakira led the roughly 17-minute halftime performance at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, July 19, performing the official World Cup song “Dai Dai.”
  • She shared the stage with Nigerian star Burna Boy and Uganda’s Triplets Ghetto Kids, who joined for a choreographed segment that drew strong crowd reaction.
  • “Dai Dai” had already reached number-one positions on major charts and was performed earlier in the tournament at the opening match, reinforcing Shakira’s long World Cup association.
  • Colombian broadcaster Caracol TV carried the final live with streaming on Caracol Play and published viewing details for local audiences while noting VPN options for overseas viewers.
  • FIFA’s move to an expanded halftime show signals a push to broaden the World Cup’s commercial and entertainment appeal and could raise global exposure for featured international and viral artists.