Copa América: Shakira to perform at halftime in the final between her native Columbia and Argentina
There will be plenty of Colombians in attendance at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami this weekend as Colombia takes on Argentina in the final of the 2024 Copa América. The likes of James Rodríguez and Luis Díaz are looking to lead their nation to a second-ever international trophy but they won’t be the only Colombian stars on show.
Singer Shakira will be performing at the halftime show on Sunday, the latest major sporting event graced by her presence. She has already starred at the Super Bowl and three World Cups. This time, however, her home nation are just 90 minutes away from a famous triumph.
“Shakira is an extraordinary South American star who has dazzled the entire world. Her songs are sung and danced to in every corner of the planet, turning her art into a global phenomenon that crosses borders and is enjoyed by millions of people,” said CONMEBOL president Alejandro Domínguez. “We are sure that her performance at the CONMEBOL Copa América USA 2024 will enhance the message of healthy passion and unity through sport.”
As one of the world’s most famous South American artists there has already been plenty of Shakira involvement in the pan-continental tournament. Her track ‘Puntería’ has been widely used on Mexican-American media company Televisa/Univision’s coverage, although it is not the official Copa América song.
Expect ‘Puntería’, Shakira’s track with Cardi B, to feature in the halftime show and other tracks off her new album, ‘Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran’.
Going deeper into Shakira’s back catalogue, it would be no surprise to see ‘Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)’ to be included in the show. The official song of the 2010 World Cup, ‘Waka Waka’ has become synonymous with football fans all around the world.
This year’s Copa América final is the first in the tournament’s long history to feature a halftime show. Argentina and Colombia both come into the final on incredible runs of form and there will be plenty of fireworks on the field. It’s only right that the halftime show is similarly spectacular.
Shakira also shared a message for her national team’s win, as they aim to win their second championship in the history of this tournament. “Go Colombia! We have a great team! See you this Sunday at the Copa América final!” Shakira posted on social media.
