Shakira and Rihanna would be in conversations to sing at the 2026 World Cup, according to rumors on social networks

The 2026 World Cup, which will be held in the United States, Mexico and Canada, promises to be a historical event not only for the expansion of the tournament to 48 teams, also for the incorporation of a part -time show in the final, in the style of the Super Bowl.

As reported by the president of FIFA Gianni Infantino this will be the first show of its kind in the history of the tournament, and will take place on July 19, 2026 at the Metlife Stadium, in New Jersey. In this context, Several rumors suggest that the superstars of music Shakira and Rihanna are in conversations to star in this show.

According to several social media accounts, including platforms such as Top Music Universe and @shhaknews_, Both artists would be negotiating with FIFA to star in this innovative show. The possibility that these two global figures share scenario has generated a wave of speculation on digital platforms, especially considering their previous trajectories in great magnitude events.

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“Without Shakira there is no World Cup! 🙌”; “Without Shakira is not worldwide for me”; “The best ❤️”; “Skaki also makes it better 😍😍”; “The divine 2 sees truth will have finished the tour of the United States”; “If that occurs, it would be an explosion of sensuality and talent both spectacular 👏🔥 would be great without interpreting their great success”; “You imagine if that happened, it would be spectacular”; “What a blessing Shakira Trufado does not go out continues 😍”, they are some reactions in the networks.

However, negotiations would not be exempt from challenges. According to portals such as official paparazzi, discussions include complex aspects such as millionaire contracts, creative demands and the management of the egos of the stars involved: “There are rumors that the negotiations are intense, with egos, millionaire contracts and creative demands at play.”

Gianni Infantino’s announcement about the incorporation of a part -time show in the 2026 World Cup final marked a moment in the history of the tournament. As detailed by the president of the FIFA in his Instagram account, this show will be organized in collaboration with Global Citizen. Infantino described the event as “a historical moment for the FIFA World Cup” and stressed that it will be “a show worthy of the world’s largest sporting event.”

In addition, he mentioned that Coldplay singer Chris Martin, and band Manager Phil Harvey will be involved in the selection of artists who will star in the show.

Although it has not yet been officially confirmed who will be in charge of this show, speculation about the participation of Shakira and Rihanna have gained strength in the networks. Infantino even hinted at the possibility that rapper Drake is one of the guests. “It’s a good idea. In fact, Drake was with us when we announced the host cities. He should have his number saved somewhere,” he said jokingly with his interviewer Rosanna Scotto for the media Fox News and Fox 5.

Shakira’s relationship with soccer World Cups is undeniable. The Barranquillera singer has participated in three editions of the tournamentleaving an indelible mark on each of them. His debut occurred at the 2006 World Cup in Germany, where he performed Hips Don’t Lie Together with Wyclef Jean during the closing ceremony in Berlin. Four years later, in South Africa, Shakira reached a global success with Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)the official song of the tournament, which interpreted both at the opening ceremony and in the closure. Finally, at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, he presented LA LA LA (BRAZIL 2014) Next to the Brazilian musician Carlinhos Brown at the Maracaná stadium.

For his part, Rihanna has proven to be one of the most influential artists of her generation. Although he has not launched new music for years, his performance in the half -weather of the 2023 Super Bowl was a reminder of his ability to captivate millions of spectators.

The possibility that Rihanna and Shakira collaborate at the 2026 World Cup would not be the first time that both artists work together. In 2014, they launched the single Can’t remembero to forget youa fusion of reggae, rock and pop that reached number 15 in the Billboard Hot 100 and accumulated more than 1.3 billion views on YouTube.