Shakira Opens 2026 FIFA World Cup Ceremony with Performance in Off-White

Shakira has a long history of stadium performances, with past appearances for the FIFA World Cup and Super Bowl adding to her presence on major live stages. On June 11, she performed at the opening of 2026 FIFA World Cup ceremony in Mexico City Stadium, where she wore a custom Off-White piece.

Her outfit was styled by Italian Nicholas Bru and consisted of a fitted high-neck bodysuit in a yellow shade with cut-out detailing throughout the design. The look was paired with matching opera gloves in the same shade.

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She wore it with an asymmetrical mini skirt created by Off-White, in a mix of lavender, white, and yellow jersey-inspired paneling. She added fishnet tights and white high-top sneakers from R13, designed with a basketball-inspired silhouette and lace-up detailing.

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Shakira was joined on stage by Nigerian artist Burna Boy. They performed this year’s official World Cup song, “Día Día.”

With this appearance, she became the first and only artist to perform at four separate FIFA World Cups. Her previous appearance was in 2010, when she performed “Waka Waka” in a custom Roberto Cavalli set.

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One noticeable detail across her performances is the coordination between her outfit and microphone. In 2010, her microphone carried a neon pink tone that matched her outfit, while in 2026 it appeared in a yellow finish that complemented her stage look.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup celebrations will continue across the remaining two host nations, Canada and the United States. The second host ceremony will take place in Canada on June 12, with performance from Alessia Cara, Katy Perry, Elyanna, and Tyla. The tournament concludes on July 19 in New Jersey.