IN PHOTOS: Shakira puts on a show as she performs at halftime during Argentina vs Colombia 2024 Copa America final
Colombian singer and songwriter Shakira was the side attraction of the Copa America 2024 final on Sunday, July 14. She performed during the halftime of the summit clash between Argentina and Colombia at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. La Albiceleste won the game 1-0, courtesy of Lautaro Martinez's extra-time winner (112').
The 47-year-old took center stage at halftime, putting in a captivating performance that wowed fans in the stadium. It was the first time the Copa America final would witness a performance mid-match, and it lived up to the billing.
Dressed in a silver metallic skirt and half top, Shakira entertained the crowd at the Hard Rock Stadium with some of her top hits like 'Hips Don't Lie', 'Te Felicito', 'TQG', and 'PunterÃa'. She was flagged on the stage by a group of female dancers, who rendered a memorable live performance. The halftime show lasted 25 minutes, a deviation from the regular 15-minute break interval at football matches.
Shakira has performed at multiple major sporting events over the past years. The Colombian star has performed at the NBA All-Star Game (2010), the Super Bowl Final (2020), and multiple FIFA World Cup events.
When Shakira produced the official anthem of the 2010 FIFA World Cup
One of Shakira's most popular hit tracks among football fans is the official anthem of the 2010 FIFA World Cup titled "Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)". FIFA chose her to make the anthem for the first-ever World Cup held in Africa.
She performed the song at both the opening and closing ceremonies of the iconic World Cup in South Africa. Waka Waka received worldwide favorable critic reviews and is one of the most-watched videos on YouTube.
The Colombian star has also given live performances at the 2006 FIFA World Cup, the 2012 FIFA Women's World Cup, and the 2014 FIFA World Cup.