Just hours before the World Cup quarter-final between France and Morocco, which resulted in a 2-0 victory for Les BleusShakira chose to honor Kylian Mbappé. In a video posted on her social media, the singer of Come on come onThe official anthem of the 2026 World Cup revealed an anecdote about the making of its music video before sending a message of thanks to the captain of the French team.
Shakira explains that Kylian Mbappé was the very first footballer to agree to participate in the official music video of Come on come onunveiled in May. The French striker appears in the very first seconds of the video, saying: "Shakira, we're ready!"before other major figures in world football took over.
A statement full of gratitude
In her message, Shakira states: "Fun fact: did you know that the first player to agree to participate in my music video Come on come on Was that Mbappé? Kylian, I will be eternally grateful. Thank you so much. And on this very special day, I would like to thank France for all the love you have given my music this year. Thank you so much. Kisses, kisses.
Mbappé, the first face of the official World Cup video
Kylian Mbappé's choice is far from insignificant. The French national team captain is the first player to appear in the music video. Come on come on, before Lionel Messi, Harry Kane, Vinícius Júnior and several other international football stars. Sixteen years after the worldwide success of Waka WakaShakira signs with Come on come on his return as the performer of an official World Cup anthem. The video, released in May, brings together several of the biggest names in football and accompanies the competition held in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
