This year’s FIFA felt more iconic than usual. The finale witnessed a clash between Spain and Argentina, where the former won and brought smiles to many faces. However, along with that, the finale turned out to be more iconic this year, as it was the first time fans witnessed the FIFA halftime show featuring Shakira, BTS, and more. Although the World Cup fever may have come to an end, one name that continues to dominate headlines is Shakira. From her show-stopping performance to the conversations surrounding her personal life, here are all the reasons why the singer is still making waves.
1. Shakira’s Crystal-Studded Outfit!
Shakira made the event more glamorous by performing the halftime show in Roberto Cavalli’s custom outfit that featured 200,000 Swarovski crystals that shone brighter than many people’s futures. It brought a refreshing vibe with its hues, as it consisted of pink and yellow colours and a sunset-inspired print.
2. Her Global Stardom
Shakira performed at the FIFA halftime show, making us swoon to the beats and enjoy it to the core. This wasn’t just the case with football fans, many people, who don’t usually watch the game, tuned in just to see the singer take over the global stage. This is a reminder that Shakira’s global stardom is unmatched.
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3. Comparison With Ex-Gerard Piqué
Shakira’s performance at FIFA also seemingly made people reflect on her marriage with ex-husband and former football player Gerard Piqué. Fans compared their individual careers, with many pointing out how she has been to more World Cups than him! People have been talking about the same on multiple social media platforms.
pique viendo shakira ha ido a mas mundiales que el ajajakskajskaks https://t.co/HZPAzGIrNP pic.twitter.com/StN9lVslZs
— nana ꒰ᐢ. .ᐢ꒱ (@bamgyucito) July 19, 2026
4. She Made Everyone Nostalgic
Shakira’s FIFA halftime show made us look back on her previous World Cup anthems. From ‘Waka Waka’ To ‘Dai Dai’ her vocal brilliance was highlighted along with her incredible dance moves. Ever since the show, we have been listening to the said songs non-stop. Additionally, this also marked the fourth World Cup performance by the songstress, which just made everything more iconic.
5. Post-Divorce Glow!
Following the singer’s highly publicised split from Gerard Piqué, she focused on her career and personal growth and had a powerful comeback. Shakira has seemingly worked on herself, and that glow was clearly visible on her face!
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