As the World Cup approaches, one question hangs over FIFA's sprawling new official album: what's the anthem?

FIFA's official 2026 World Cup song is "Dai Dai" from Shakira and Burna Boy. There are a number of factors that shape which songs define a tournament — and endure beyond it.

What makes a good World Cup anthem? Since the early '90s, FIFA officials have commissioned an official song for each World Cup. Some have been duds, while others turned into global hits.

In the spirit of the 2026 soccer tournament, here's a roundup of the best World Cup-related songs.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino pulled no punches when discussing the potential impact of this year’s World Cup, claiming “This will not just be the greatest football event, this will be the greatest ...