Shakira to Perform at 2026 World Cup Halftime Show in Custom Roberto Cavalli

Shakira will headline the first-ever World Cup halftime show at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, performing her song 'Dai Dai' alongside Madonna, Justin Bieber, and BTS. The proceeds from 'Dai Dai' benefit the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund. For the performance, she wears a custom Roberto Cavalli look designed by Fausto Puglisi, featuring an orange sunset and bright pink color palette inspired by Mexico City's La Condesa neighborhood. The ensemble includes a plunging neckline, side cutouts, and a skirt of fabric strips ('tagliatelle'), adorned with over 200,000 Swarovski crystals applied by hand over 120 hours. The look echoes her 2010 World Cup closing ceremony outfit by Roberto Cavalli himself, creating a full-circle moment. Shakira emphasized the need for comfort and confidence on stage, while Puglisi noted the design aimed to reflect strength, joy, and celebration.