Goals, the official anthem for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, has been released through a high-profile collaboration featuring Nigerian Afrobeats star Rema, Thai rapper LISA, and Brazilian singer Anitta.
The announcement was made by FIFA via its official X account, alongside confirmation that the trio will perform the track at the World Cup opening ceremony in Los Angeles, United States.
FIFA noted that the anthem is now available on major streaming platforms and is designed as a fusion of Afrobeats, K-pop, and Latin pop, reflecting the global and multicultural identity of the tournament.
The project brings together distinct musical styles to mirror the worldwide reach and energy of football’s biggest competition.
Lyrically, the track revolves around confidence, ambition, triumph, and celebration.
According to FIFA, the concept uses “scoring goals” as a metaphor for pursuing dreams, overcoming challenges, and achieving personal success. The artistes contribute verses shaped by football culture and the influence of global youth expression.
Since its release, the song has attracted significant international attention, boosted by fan-led streaming efforts across multiple regions. On Spotify, Goals featured prominently on playlists such as “New Music Friday Afrobeats,” “Hot Hits Nigeria,” and “Global Pulse,” while also becoming the most searched new release on Shazam shortly after debuting, with strong traction reported across Southeast Asia, West Africa, and South America.
The official music video, premiered on FIFA’s verified YouTube channel, crossed three million views and accumulated over 400,000 likes within 24 hours. The release also marks a notable milestone for Nigeria, as Rema becomes the third Nigerian artist to feature on a FIFA World Cup anthem, following Davido and Burna Boy.
