The global superstar impressed audiences with her energetic halftime performance, stunning outfit and youthful appearance
Shakira amazed fans around the world with her youthful appearance and energetic performance during the FIFA World Cup 2026 final halftime show, with many social media users praising the singer as “ageless” and a “timeless beauty”.
The Waka Waka singer returned to the global football stage and delivered a memorable performance, once again proving her status as one of the world’s most iconic entertainers. Fans flooded social media with compliments, celebrating her appearance, stage presence and remarkable energy.
For the highly anticipated performance, Shakira wore a custom-designed Roberto Cavalli bodysuit decorated with Swarovski crystals, showcasing her signature glamorous style and commanding stage presence.
Shakira delivers memorable World Cup performance
During the FIFA World Cup final halftime show, Shakira performed “Dai Dai” alongside Nigerian singer Burna Boy, entertaining thousands of spectators at the stadium and millions of viewers worldwide.
The Colombian superstar has a long history with the FIFA World Cup, having previously performed at the tournaments in 2006, 2010 and 2014. Her return to the World Cup stage further strengthened her connection with football fans across the globe. Meanwhile, Shakira’s former partner Gerard Piqué attended the final with their two sons, Milan and Sasha.
Fans praise Shakira’s ageless appearance
Following her performance, fans shared their reactions across social media, describing Shakira as a symbol of timeless beauty.
One fan wrote, “I can’t believe Shakira is 49 years old. She looks 30.”
Another commented that Shakira’s appearance was unbelievable, saying she looked “young and beautiful” and remained one of those rare stars whose beauty, energy and charm continue to shine with age.
Other fans also used hashtags such as #Ageless while praising her powerful vocals and stage performance.
One social media user wrote, “Shakira is 49, I don’t even believe it,” while another questioned how the singer continues to look so youthful and captivating.
Shakira shares emotional message after performance
Following her World Cup appearance, Shakira shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, thanking her fans, collaborators and production team for helping create a performance she described as unforgettable.
The singer expressed gratitude to Burna Boy, the Ghettokids dance group, social media participants and her entire team for supporting the performance.
Her message came shortly after the show received widespread attention, with fans celebrating both her musical performance and her enduring global appeal.
World Cup final features star-studded performances
Alongside Shakira, the FIFA World Cup 2026 final featured performances from several international music stars, including Madonna, BTS, Burna Boy and Justin Bieber.
With her latest World Cup appearance, Shakira once again demonstrated why she remains one of the most recognised and influential performers in the world.