The 2026 World Cup kicks off today, June 11. The matches will be played across three host countries (the United States, Mexico, and Canada), and will feature 48 national teams.
But the World Cup is about more than just the matches. Before the competition begins, the whole world awaits the new anthem to see if it will be as big a hit as the previous one. Every four years, major stars like Shakira, Ricky Martin, and Pitbull create the soundtrack for soccer’s biggest event.
Here are the music icons who have left their mark on the history of the World Cup with their songs. Click through the gallery to meet them.