Nigerian singer, songwriter and producer at the world stage
Nike has reorganized its operations and tech teams as part of a broader turnaround, moving resources to Beaverton and Bengaluru and cutting about 1,400 roles. The company is focusing on core sports, faster product development, and a tighter supply chain, while facing ongoing pressure on sales, especially in Asia. The changes come after prior rounds of layoffs and a shift back toward performance-led footwear and apparel.
FIFA has announced a first-ever World Cup final halftime show. Curated by Chris Martin of Coldplay, the event will support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, aiming to raise $100 million for education and soccer access. Shakira has released the official World Cup song “Dai Dai,” featuring Burna Boy, with performances by Madonna and BTS lined up for the July 19 final at MetLife Stadium.
Shakira and Burna Boy have released Dai Dai, the FIFA World Cup 2026 official song. Royalties will support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund. The World Cup, hosted by the U.S., Canada and Mexico, will run from June 11 to July 19, with a star-studded final halftime show announced.
Mexico has beaten South Africa 2-0 at Estadio Azteca to open the 2026 World Cup before about 80,000 fans. The stadium celebration has been accompanied by clashes outside: teachers, families of missing people and other groups have been protesting high public spending and social grievances, briefly confronting police and breaching barriers around fan zones.
Shakira has partnered with Burna Boy for the official 2026 FIFA World Cup anthem "Dai Dai". Performances slated across opening ceremonies in Mexico City, with further showcases in the US and Canada. The AP interview highlights Shakira’s history with World Cup anthems and the need for a song that unites cultures, while other artists like J Balvin emphasize a hook that grabs listeners from the start.
England has based itself in Kansas City for the 2026 World Cup to cut travel and gain a home-from-home environment. The FA has installed recovery facilities and a basketball hoop at the Inn at Meadowbrook, aiming to keep players fresh and focused as they prepare for group games and the heat of North America.
South Korea has beaten the Czech Republic 2-1 in Guadalajara as Oh Hyeon-gyu seals victory after Hwang In-beom’s equaliser, with Son Heung-min’s side top of Group A alongside Mexico.
Mexico has secured Group A top spot after Romo’s 50th-minute goal and a pivotal double save from Raúl Rangel preserved a 1-0 win over South Korea, keeping them on course for the knockout rounds. The result keeps Mexico at home for the last-32, with South Korea needing results elsewhere to advance.
The FIFA World Cup final halftime show has been expanded to include Madonna, Shakira, BTS, Burna Boy, Gustavo Dudamel, PS22 Chorus and Sesame Street characters. Chris Martin curated the performance, which will support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund and is aimed at expanding education and football access for children worldwide. Bieber is in talks to join the lineup.