Are Shakira and Rihanna Teaming Up for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Anthem? Social Media Sparks Excitement!

Amid rising speculation, it seems the iconic duo of Shakira and Rihanna could be joining forces once again to create the anthem for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026. It’s been over 11 years since these pop powerhouses collaborated on the unforgettable hit ‘Can’t Remember to Forget You’. Since then, fans have been eagerly anticipating a new musical partnership, and it appears that day may finally be arriving.

Recently, social media has been buzzing with thrilling theories about a potential collaboration between these two global stars. According to reports, Shakira and Rihanna are reportedly in discussions to headline the official World Cup song for the tournament set to take place in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. This exciting news emerged from a leak shared by a source linked to ‘Publimetro’, igniting hopes among their devoted followers.

In the wake of this information, fans took to social media, filling feeds with buzzwords like ‘the return we’ve all been waiting for’ while calling on FIFA to solidify the collaboration. So far, there have been no official statements, but the excitement surrounding the possibility of a reunion is palpable, reminding everyone of their dynamic performance back in 2014.

As FIFA gears up for World Cup 2026, they recently announced a groundbreaking addition: for the first time, the final will feature a halftime show reminiscent of the Super Bowl’s spectacular performances. FIFA revealed that a select group of renowned artists and music producers will help choose the performers for this historic event.

If the rumors prove true, Shakira and Rihanna won’t just be making their long-awaited return to the stage together; they would be doing so in front of millions during the most prestigious sporting event in the world. Their joint effort is poised to become the new anthem of football for a new generation.

Currently, both stars are at different milestones in their careers. Shakira is traveling the globe with her ‘Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran’ tour, while Rihanna, after her sensational Super Bowl comeback in 2023, is embracing motherhood, having recently announced her third pregnancy at the Met Gala 2025.