Shakira's record‑breaking return to the World Cup stage in Mexico City on Thursday 11 June was swiftly overshadowed online, as fans began circulating Shakira 'double body' rumours and accusing organisers of using a body double during the 2026 tournament's opening ceremony. The claims surfaced within hours of the 49‑year‑old star's headline performance at the Estadio Azteca, where she premiered Dai Dai, an official anthem of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Shakira's appearance was a historic one. The Colombian singer has spent nearly 20 years entwined with football's biggest stage and has now become the first and only artist to perform at four different FIFA World Cups. Her latest turn placed her once again at the centre of an opening spectacle designed to be remembered long after the final whistle.
