Shakira once again graced the World Cup stage with her presence, this time at the closing ceremony following her unforgettable performance at the opening ceremony. Teaming up with Brazilian musician Carlinhos Brown, the Colombian singer delivered an energetic rendition of her popular song La La La (Brazil 2014) at the Maracana Stadium during the final match between Germany and Argentina. Sporting a dazzling red sequin outfit paired with a feathered tassel skirt, Shakira mesmerized the audience before introducing her son Milan on stage, creating a heartwarming and memorable moment for everyone present.
Shakira steals the show in the stadium by introducing her son Milan on stage during the grand finale of the World Cup.
What an amazing group of performers graced the stage on Sunday before the Germany versus Argentina game: Carlos Santana, Wyclef Jean, Shakira and her son, Alexandre Pires, Ivete Sangalo, and Carlinhos Brown.
Shakira beamed with happiness as she looked at her son after performing at the Final. Her young boy, clad in an adorable green and white striped shirt, eagerly took the stage with his mother after she brought him from his father, Spanish footballer Gerard Pique. The 37-year-old singer and Pique first crossed paths while she was promoting her 2010 World Cup anthem, Waka Waka – Time for Africa. As she looked forward to the closing ceremony concert, she reflected on meeting the love of her life at the World Cup, a memory she will always hold dear.
Milan, a lucky boy, will come to truly understand and value the incredible opportunity of playing on the World Cup stage as he gets older.
Wyclef and Ivete are completely infatuated with the little boy, they just can’t seem to get their fill of his presence.
Feeling tired? Despite the lively surroundings, Milan looked a bit worn out as his mother gently held him in her arms. Reflecting on her past involvement with soccer, she revealed: “My relationship with football is complicated for obvious reasons, and I understand the importance of the World Cup for many people, including myself.” To add an exciting finale, Shakira enlisted the help of Zumba creator Beto to join her in rehearsals at Maracanã stadium in Rio de Janeiro to prepare for her performance. The Colombian duo first collaborated in Bogotá in the mid-1990s for Shakira’s groundbreaking album Pies Descalzos.
Shakira arrived to collect her son from Pique, navigating her way through a throng of photographers to reach him.
During the festival, the dancers wore colorful and intricate outfits as they showed off their dancing skills.
Thrilled and brimming with vitality, Beto, the creative force behind Zumba, joined forces with Shakira to craft dynamic dance sequences that will leave a lasting impression. Hailing from Zumba’s base in Miami, Beto enthusiastically shared his remarkable journey collaborating with the legendary songstress. He expressed his appreciation and joy for the opportunity to partner with one of the globe’s most extraordinary and impactful musicians.
Next to her, Shakira was walking with two helpers who were leading her to meet her partner, Pique, after the show.
The attire matched the lively Carnival vibes of Brazil perfectly. David Beckham and his sons, Brooklyn and Romeo, were seen in Argentina jerseys at the exciting grand finale. They were joined by Brazilian soccer icons Kaka and Pele, where David happily took photos with enthusiastic fans before the match began. The event featured amazing performances by Carlos Santana, Wyclef Jean, Alexandre Pires, Ivete Sangalo, and Carlinhos Brown, adding to the festive atmosphere.
Main act: On Sunday, Wyclef and Pires each had their own turn to captivate the crowd with their performances.
Impressive Support: Shakira’s emotional moment as she brings her son Milan onstage at the dazzling World Cup Final.
