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Shakira , known for her chart topping hits and energetic live shows that have drawn fans across the globe and Burna Boy , who has carved out a reputation as one of the biggest names on the international music scene. The two international artists came together for what marks FIFA's first-ever Super Bowl-style halftime entertainment at the 2026 World Cup Final. As anticipation builds for the championship match at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, the musicians offered fans a behind-the-scenes look at their final rehearsal sessions ahead of Sunday's showpiece event.

According to social media posts, Shakira and Burna Boy, who previously performed together during the tournament's opening ceremony in Mexico City, reunited on the pitch this week to fine-tune their performance. Sharing a glimpse of the preparations on social media, Shakira posted a rehearsal photograph with Burna Boy and wrote, "Getting ready for Sunday! @burnaboygram See you at the @fifaworldcup Final! Dai dai , iko, dale, allez, let's go." The post quickly generated widespread engagement attracting more than a million likes and thousands of supportive comments.

Shakira and Burna Boy perform 'Dai Dai' at World Cup finalShakira and Burna Boy are set to perform "Dai Dai" the official song of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The track serves as a global anthem promoting unity while supporting the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund. The production is expected to feature multiple artists and extend beyond the traditional 15-minute interval marking a significant moment in the tournament's history with the introduction of its first-ever Super Bowl-style halftime entertainment.

The halftime lineup is expected to include Justin Bieber , Madonna , BTS, conductor Gustavo Dudamel, the PS22 Chorus accompanied by Coldplay, as well as appearances by characters from Sesame Street and The Muppets to spotlight the education initiative. The entertainment programme will take place between the two halves of the World Cup final, providing audiences with an unprecedented level of star-studded performances and production value.

Star-studded audience expected at the finalBeyond the halftime performers, the World Cup final is expected to draw a wave of A-list attendees at MetLife Stadium. Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt, Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem are among the celebrities who have turned up throughout the tournament and are expected at the championship match, continuing a trend that saw stars like Travis Scott, Tom Brady and Robbie Williams attend earlier fixtures across the US, Mexico and Canada. Jennifer Hudson will also perform the national anthem ahead of kickoff, days after her performance of "God Bless America" at the MLB All-Star Game.