Fans miss Shakira performance at FIFA World Cup on Fox broadcast
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 7:45 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Shakira performed during the opening ceremonies of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico ahead of the Mexico-South Africa match. Fans in the U.S. were disappointed as Fox did not broadcast her performance live. Although viewers can now access a portion of her performance on social media, many were left wondering about its absence in the official broadcast. The situation has led to various reactions online, highlighting the disconnect between broadcast choices and viewer expectations.
- •Shakira performed during the World Cup opening ceremonies in Mexico.
- •Fox did not air her performance during the U.S. broadcast.
- •Fans expressed disappointment over the lack of coverage.
- •A portion of Shakira's performance is available on social media.
- •The ceremony preceded the Mexico-South Africa game.
- 7:45 PMYahoo Sports — Why you won't see Shakira's World Cup performance on Fox broadcast
"This isn't what fans want to hear about the musical star.
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