Waka waka for Messi

Shakira celebrates football star after Argentina’s final spot triumph; credits Antonela’s support, strength 

Pop queen Shakiraturned cheer leader, passionately celebrating Lionel Messi and Argentina’s thrilling comeback victory over England in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal in Atlanta. 

The singer, through a social media post, praised Messi’s extraordinary performance and wrote, “What @leomessi is doing is beyond extraordinary! It shows the values of a man who is deeply committed and disciplined, challenging times and all odds. Proving that a person is not defined by age or by what others say.”

Shakira also credited Messi’s wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, for being a source of strength and inspiration behind the Argentine legend’s continued success. 

“And I know that having a woman like @antonelaroccuzzo by his side gives him the strength and inspiration to prove that!” she added. 

Earlier, Messi also celebrated Argentina’s qualification for the World Cup final, praising the team’s resilience and performance while thanking supporters for their continued belief in the squad.

He said, “WE’RE IN THE FINAL!!!!! We dug deep once again to put in another great performance. A huge thank you to everyone who believed in this group!!! Let’s go Argentina!!!!” The result sent Argentina into the World Cup 2026 final, where they will face Spain on Sunday, July 19.  Meanwhile, Shakira, alongside the likes of Justin Bieber, Madonna, and BTS, is set to perform at the World Cup final. 

Bieber has been announced as the final co-headliner.