Whether you are rooting for Argentina to secure back-to-back championships or hoping young star Lamine Yamal leads Spain to victory Sunday’s World Cup final deserves a high-energy soundtrack.
To help fans get ready for the big match here is a curated 10-track playlist bridging new official anthems with legendary football hits from both competing nations.
The 2026 Official Anthems
"Dai Dai" by Shakira and Burna Boy (2026): Kick off your viewing party with this year’s official anthem. The track seamlessly merges Afrobeats and Latin rhythms. As Shakira notes, creating a World Cup song requires capturing the unifying passion and emotion of football fans worldwide.
"DNA (More Than A Game)" by Andrea Bocelli, David Guetta, EJAE and Megan Thee Stallion (2026): A surprising but effective collaboration. This multilingual track blends EDM and classical vocals into a powerful empowerment anthem. Bocelli called it a refreshing departure from his traditional scores.
Spain's Celebration Tracks
"Despechá" by Rosalía (2022): This up-tempo merengue-pop hit has become Spain’s unofficial victory song, frequently echoing through stadiums after the team scores.
"Mi Gran Noche" by Raphael (1967): A 1960s Latin pop classic with immense intergenerational appeal. It remains a staple in Spanish football clubs and nationwide celebrations.
"La Roja Baila" by Sergio Ramos, Niña Pastori and RedOne (2016): Spain’s official anthem for Euro 2016. Featuring legendary defender Sergio Ramos, its catchy "gol, gol" chorus makes it perfect for match day.
Argentina's Stadium Staples
"La Cumbia de los Trapos" by Yerba Brava (2000): This high-energy cumbia was Argentina’s signature celebration song during their 2022 World Cup victory in Qatar and remains their defining track this tournament.
"Matador" by Los Fabulosos Cadillacs (1993): Blending ska, samba and reggae, this spirited hit blasts through the speakers whenever Argentina scores.
"Dumbai" by Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso (2024): A fresh, hook-heavy Latin pop track from a dynamic modern Argentine duo, capturing the chaotic joy of a celebratory night out.
The All-Time Classics
"La Copa de la Vida" by Ricky Martin (1998): Released for the tournament in France, this Spanglish mambo-pop smash remains the gold standard for World Cup energy.
"Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)" by Shakira feat. Freshlyground (2010): No football playlist is complete without this iconic track. By successfully blending local South African sounds with a massive global hook, it remains the most recognizable World Cup anthem in history.
