Shakira transformed a World Cup production cue into a lighthearted viral moment at Estadio Azteca, where staff rushed her off the field while she kept dancing. The Colombian star had already taken part in the 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony, but the celebration did not end when her stage time did. A video showed her moving to merengue with her brother as the stadium atmosphere rolled on around them.
Shakira Keeps Dancing After World Cup Ceremony
According to Marca, the moment came after Shakira joined other international artists at the opening ceremony in Mexico City. The outlet reported that she was seen dancing merengue with her brother while production staff worked to clear the field and keep the event moving. The video captured a brief exchange as the group moved away, with one voice saying, “Here we go.”
The clip spread because it showed a playful side of a tightly timed global event. Shakira did not appear flustered as workers guided her and others off the field. Instead, she kept smiling and dancing, turning a logistical push into another crowd-friendly moment.
The opening ceremony marked another major World Cup appearance for Shakira, who has long been tied to the tournament through music and live performances. She performed at the 2026 event as the competition began at Estadio Azteca, one of football’s most famous venues.
Shakira’s World Cup History Adds Context
The 2026 ceremony added to Shakira’s long run with FIFA events. Reuters previously reported that she unveiled “Dai Dai,” the official song for the 2026 World Cup, with Nigerian artist Burna Boy. The report also noted her past World Cup links, including “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)” in 2010, “Hips Don’t Lie” in 2006, and “La La La” in 2014.
Page Six reported that Shakira performed “Dai Dai” at the Mexico City opening ceremony and described the event as part of a larger rollout across the three host nations: the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
For fans, the new video worked because it looked unscripted. Shakira kept dancing even as the show moved on, and the quick field exit became a small, memorable scene from the World Cup’s opening day.
