Whether Argentina becomes the first repeat FIFA World Cup champion since Brazil won in 1958 and 1962, or young star Lamine Yamal scores for Spain, the final provides a reason for supporters on both sides to build a match-day playlist.
These 10 tracks cover official tournament anthems, songs tied closely to Argentina and Spain, and World Cup classics that have endured across generations.
Official 2026 World Cup anthems
"Dai Dai," Shakira and Burna Boy (2026): The official anthem brings Colombian superstar Shakira together with Afrobeats artist Burna Boy. Latin rhythms and Afrobeats drive the multilingual track, with the performers trading verses before joining for a duet built around unity and victory.
Shakira described football as a force that connects cultures and people from different walks of life. She also said the responsibility of making a World Cup song is to represent the feelings, emotions and passion surrounding the competition.
"DNA (More Than A Game)," Andrea Bocelli, David Guetta, EJAE and Megan Thee Stallion (2026): Tenor Andrea Bocelli, EDM producer David Guetta, singer-songwriter EJAE and rapper Megan Thee Stallion combine on a genre-spanning anthem performed in English, Italian and Korean. The chorus presents the sport as part of the players' and supporters' identity.
Bocelli acknowledged that the song is far removed from the music he usually performs, but welcomed the opportunity to explore a different atmosphere. He described it as a happy track intended to give listeners the same feeling.
Spain's stadium and celebration songs
"La Copa de la Vida (The Cup of Life)," Ricky Martin (1998): Puerto Rican star Ricky Martin recorded the song for the World Cup in France. Its Spanglish lyrics, football references, mambo-pop foundation, horns and Eurodance-club energy helped establish it as one of the competition's defining anthems.
"Despecha," Rosalia (2022): Spain supporters know this up-tempo merengue-pop song as part of the team's victory soundtrack. It has been played after goals and following matches, and Spain's place in the final could bring it back to the stadium speakers. The country previously won the World Cup in 2010.
"Mi Gran Noche," Raphael (1967): Raphael's Latin pop classic has remained part of Spanish celebrations across generations. Its big-band brass and cheerful chorus continue to be heard in clubs, bars, football grounds, radio programming and television specials.
"La Roja Baila," Sergio Ramos, Nina Pastori and RedOne (2016): Spanish footballer Sergio Ramos, flamenco-pop singer Nina Pastori and Moroccan producer RedOne created Spain's official anthem for the 2016 European Championship. RedOne is also known for his work with Lady Gaga and Jennifer Lopez.
The title translates as "The Red One Dances," referring to Spain's La Roja nickname. Although the team's results that year did not go its way, the post-chorus remains a direct chant about Spain singing for goals and La Roja dancing.
Argentina favorites and a World Cup standard
"La Cumbia de los Trapos," Yerba Brava (2000): The Yerba Brava hit became Argentina's signature song during its World Cup triumph in Qatar in 2022 and has remained a statement track during this tournament. Written as a football anthem, the high-energy cumbia takes its title from "los trapos," or "the rags," a reference to the flags displayed in Argentine stadiums.
"Matador," Los Fabulosos Cadillacs (1993, remastered 2008): Played when Argentina scores, "Matador" combines Afro-Argentine candombe rhythms with prominent brass and a chant-ready chorus. The ska-samba-reggae-rock group made a song that works as an upbeat party record while also addressing Argentina's period of dictatorship.
"Dumbai," Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso (2024): The Argentine duo resists a single category, mixing hook-heavy Latin pop, trance and trap beats, tropical rhythms and an absurdist comedic approach. "Dumbai" is one of their more restrained recordings, centered on the energy of a night out.
"Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)," Shakira featuring Freshlyground (2010): Shakira's second appearance on the list is the official anthem from the World Cup in South Africa. Recorded with South African band Freshlyground, the song uses a soca-influenced beat and draws from "Zangalewa," the 1986 recording by Cameroonian group Golden Sounds.
By carrying local sounds to a global audience without losing its rhythm or central hook, "Waka Waka" remains the standard that completes this World Cup playlist.