Fifa has unveiled what it describes as a new "unique, immersive experience" pre-match ceremony for all matches at the 2026 World Cup.

While Waka Waka remains iconic for its universal appeal, other songs like The Cup of Life and Wavin' Flag evoke strong emotions.

The FIFA World Cup has always extended beyond the ninety minutes on the pitch. It operates as a cultural convergence point where identity, commerce, and memory intersect. Within that ecosystem, music plays a precise role: it frames the tournament ...

Scotland’s World Cup songs show how you can’t manufacture a unifying anthem in a broken, over‑marketed culture, writes Marissa MacWhirter