(Brazil) – Pop star Shakira will perform before the World Cup final in Rio de Janeiro on July 13, headlining a closing ceremony that includes guitar virtuoso Carlos Santana and rapper Wyclef Jean. Shakira, who is making her third straight World Cup appearance, will sing “La la la (Brazil 2014)” with Brazilian star Carlinhos Brown, FIFA said in a statement.
Santana, Wyclef and Brazilian singer Alexandre Pires will perform the tournament’s official anthem, “Dar Um Jeito” at the legendary Maracana Stadium. Pires will also perform a medley of local music with Brazilian star Ivete Sangalo.
“I’m thrilled to be performing my song ‘La la la (Brazil 2014)’ at the 2014 FIFA World Cup closing ceremony,” said Shakira.