Is Shakira a fan of Spain or Argentina? What we know about Hispanic singer's soccer fandom

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No musician has better represented the World Cup stage than Shakira.

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She's now synonymous with the tournament itself, giving plenty of performances and creating plenty of songs over the years for FIFA. In years with a World Cup, Shakira has often been seen taking in plenty of soccer.

For the 2026 World Cup final, she'll be one of many artists to perform at halftime of Spain vs. Argentina. Given Shakira's history with the tournament, many fans have wondered: Who will she be rooting for?

Here's what to know about Shakira's soccer fandom.

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Is Shakira a fan of Spain or Argentina?

Shakira hasn't plainly stated whether she's a fan of either Spain or Argentina, but there could be reasons for her to root for both sides.

After Argentina's semifinal win over England, Shakira shared a post to her social media that praised Messi.

"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," she wrote. "Proving that a person is not defined by age or by what others say."

Earlier on in the tournament Shakira also attended the Argentina vs. Austria matchup, then wrote on Instagram"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!”

However, Shakira also has a former relationship with a Spanish soccer player, Gerard Pique, who she met when shooting a music video for the 2010 World Cup. The couple reportedly later lived in Barcelona together and have two children: Milan, born in 2013, and Sasha, born in 2015. Pique and Shakira separated in 2022.

Because of those ties to Spanish soccer, Shakira's rooting interests for the 2026 World Cup final could be complicated.

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Where is Shakira from?

Shakira is from Barranquilla, Atlantico, Colombia. As a Colombian native, she has long supported the national team's soccer performances.

That includes during the 2026 World Cup, with Shakira seen celebrating Colombia's win over DR Congo.

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