Shakira to perform at World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico

AFP

Colombian singer Shakira is set to perform the official World Cup song "Dai Dai" at the opening ceremony in Mexico, FIFA said on Friday.

Shakira will be joined by Burna Boy on Thursday at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, with the ceremony starting 90 minutes before kickoff between Mexico and South Africa.

The song, Dai Dai, which was released on May 14, is an Italian phrase meaning "let's go" or "come on".

The show will also feature Colombian star J Balvin and South African singer Tyla.

Shakira is also set to perform at the first-ever World Cup final halftime show at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

 

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