By Our Correspondent

National News – Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Rema has joined forces with LISA and Anitta to release Goals, the official anthem from the FIFA World Cup 2026 album.

The song was unveiled on Thursday across major streaming platforms alongside its official music video as excitement builds ahead of the global football tournament.

The collaboration, produced by Grammy-winning music producer Cirkut, blends Afrobeats, K-pop, and Latin pop sounds to create a vibrant international anthem celebrating football and cultural unity.

FIFA announced that the project reflects the diversity, energy, and worldwide appeal of the World Cup, which will be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico beginning on June 12, 2026.

Speaking on the release, Rema described the collaboration as a major milestone for global music representation.

According to the singer, bringing together artistes from Africa, Asia, and South America on one record highlights the power of music in connecting people worldwide through sport and entertainment.

LISA also expressed excitement about participating in the FIFA World Cup album, noting that music remains a strong force that unites fans across different countries and cultures.

Brazilian superstar Anitta added that the World Cup holds deep emotional value for her as a Brazilian, making the opportunity to contribute to the tournament’s musical history particularly meaningful.

FIFA confirmed that the trio will perform Goals live for the first time during the FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony at Los Angeles Stadium on June 12 before the opening match involving the United States national team.

The newly released track becomes the fifth single from the Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Album, following earlier releases including Lighter, Por Ella, Echo, and Illuminate.

The anthem is already generating global attention among football lovers and music fans ahead of the tournament.