Shakira’s about to light up the stage at the 2026 World Cup final, performing during halftime as Spain takes on Argentina, but honestly, the biggest buzz isn’t about her setlist. Everyone’s wondering who the global superstar is actually pulling for. This isn’t just a casual fan’s dilemma, either. Given her massive history with FIFA and the tournament itself, her rooting interest for this epic showdown is getting serious fan attention.
Messi Posts Are Absolutely Everywhere
If you’ve been on social media, you’ve probably seen Shakira’s outright praise for Lionel Messi. After Argentina’s huge semifinal win over England, she dropped a post that was basically a love letter to the man. She wrote, “What [Messi] is doing is beyond extraordinary! It shows the values of a man who is deeply committed and disciplined, challenging time and all odds.” And she wasn’t done, adding, “Proving that a person is not defined by age or by what others say.” Talk about a ringing endorsement! Even Messi’s wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, reposted it. Earlier in the tournament, Shakira was spotted at the Argentina vs. Austria match. She then jumped on Instagram again, saying, “Very proud of you, Leo, and of everything you’re achieving for your family, your country, and all Latinos!!! Your commitment and dedication are an example to many. Keep shining!” Hard to argue with that kind of public support for Argentina, right?
The Spanish Connection No One Can Forget
But hold up, because there’s a whole other side to this. Shakira also has a long-standing personal tie to Spanish soccer through her former relationship with Gerard Pique. You know, the Spanish player she met way back when she was shooting a music video for the 2010 World Cup? They reportedly lived in Barcelona together, building a family with two kids, Milan (born in 2013) and Sasha (born in 2015). Even though they separated in 2022, those deep, personal connections to Spanish soccer are impossible to ignore. It makes her rooting interests for this 2026 World Cup final seriously complicated. How do you choose when you have that kind of history?
Colombia Always Comes First
And then, just to add another layer to this whole thing, let’s not forget where Shakira actually comes from. She’s a native of Barranquilla, Atlantico, Colombia. As you’d expect, she has always been a massive supporter of Colombia’s national team. We even saw her celebrating Colombia’s victory over DR Congo during this very 2026 World Cup, yelling, “Colombia just won!” So while her heart is clearly with her home country first, when it comes to the final, it’s a real head-scratcher.
When that World Cup final kicks off between Spain and Argentina, Shakira will be right there in the thick of it. Will she be leaning towards her former partner’s country or the team with the player she’s publicly praised so much? We’ll all be watching to see if her performance gives any clues, but for now, it’s a true toss-up!
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