A global journey through every FIFA World Cup anthem, exploring how each official song shaped the emotion, culture, and memory of football’s biggest stage.

The FIFA World Cup is no longer an event enjoyed solely by soccer fans. Held once every four years, the tournament attracts billions of viewers worldwide and ha

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The World Cup isn't only about soccer: FIFA is drawing on music stars to elevate the competition into a global cultural event, broadening its reach beyond sports fans.

A global journey through every FIFA World Cup anthem, exploring how each official song shaped the emotion, culture, and memory of football’s biggest stage.

What makes a memorable FIFA World Cup anthem

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Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleShakira performs during the Opening Ceremony…