Global pop star Shakira and Nigerian Afrobeats singer Burna Boy have released “Dai Dai”, the official song for the FIFA World Cup 2026.   According to Punch Newspapers, the song was announced on Friday, with Shakira confirming the release on social media and telling fans that the tournament excitement had already begun.   FIFA said the track is available on major streaming platforms through Sony Music Latin and will support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, an initiative targeting $100 million in donations by the end of the tournament.   The governing body said proceeds from the single will go toward improving children’s access to education and football opportunities worldwide. FIFA also said Shakira would donate her royalties from the track, while Sony Music would match the first $250,000 raised.   “Dai Dai” carries themes of resilience, ambition and unity. The lyrics reference several football icons, including Pelé, Diego Maradona, Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Mohamed Salah.   The release marks Shakira’s return to the World Cup stage after her previous tournament hits, Waka Waka (This Time for Africa) and La La La.   It is also Burna Boy’s first official World Cup song appearance and the second time a Nigerian artist has featured on a FIFA tournament soundtrack, after Davido appeared on Hayya Hayya (Better Together).   FIFA also announced that Rema will headline the opening ceremony in Los Angeles on June 12, while Shakira is scheduled to co-headline the final halftime show on July 19, the first halftime performance in World Cup history.