The 2026 FIFA World Cup continues to draw thousands of fans to the stadiums and, as is now tradition, also attracts numerous celebrities from various fields. During the Round of 32 match between Argentina and Cape Verde, played in Miami, one of the figures who drew the most attention was Shakira, who attended the game accompanied by her children, Milan and Sasha.
The Colombian singer was spotted on the official broadcast while enjoying the game from one of the stadium’s luxury suites. However, beyond her presence, there was one detail that quickly sparked conversation among fans: Sasha appeared wearing the Argentine national team’s jersey, a gesture that many interpreted as a show of support for the team coached by Lionel Scaloni.
The photo quickly went viral on social media, where hundreds of users made humorous comments about the little boy’s choice, even referencing his father, former soccer player Gerard Piqué.
Shakira Supporting Argentina: A Moment That Went Viral on Social Media
The cameras focused on Shakira during the first half of the match, just moments after Lionel Messi opened the scoring with a brilliant finish following a precise through ball from Lisandro Martínez.
While the fans celebrated the Argentine captain’s goal, the artist was seen chatting and enjoying the game alongside her children and other special guests. Also in attendance was the family of David Beckham, president and co-owner of Inter Miami, the team where Messi currently plays.
The singer’s presence once again became one of the most talked-about topics of the game, confirming the enormous interest that each of her public appearances continues to generate.
This isn’t the first time Shakira has attended a 2026 World Cup match. A few days earlier, she was also in attendance at the game between Argentina and Austria, held in Arlington, Texas, where she received a warm ovation from the fans on several occasions.
Her involvement with the top level of international soccer is no coincidence. In addition to participating in the tournament’s opening ceremony and performing “Dai Dai,” the official song of this edition, the Colombian singer has a special connection to the World Cup thanks to the enormous success of anthems like “Waka Waka” at the 2010 World Cup in South Africa and “La La La” at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.
These performances have made her one of the artists most closely associated with the recent history of the World Cups.
Take advantage of media coverage to promote a charitable cause
Beyond her presence in the stands, Shakira also took advantage of the attention generated by the tournament to promote an important humanitarian initiative.
On her social media accounts, the singer announced that FIFA’s Global Citizen Education Fund, in partnership with her, will allocate $500,000 to support children affected by the recent earthquakes that struck Venezuela.
The interpreter explained that the main goal is to help restore access to education in the communities most affected by the earthquakes, as well as to encourage governments, organizations, and international donors to join the cause.
The tragedy caused by the earthquakes affected thousands of people, prompting Shakira to call on the international community to mobilize resources to speed up reconstruction efforts and address the needs of children.
Through this initiative, the singer shows that her involvement in the World Cup goes far beyond mere entertainment. While she continues to perform at some of the tournament’s most important matches, she also uses the immense visibility the event provides to promote charitable causes and draw attention to those who need it most.
Once again, Shakira combines her passion for soccer with her social commitment, turning every public appearance into an opportunity to make a positive impact both on and off the field.