Viral video shows Rihanna breaking into Macarena dance during FIFA World Cup final
Rihanna doing the Macarena dance at the FIFA World Cup Final. pic.twitter.com/dd56mWpUAW
— Rihanna | HQ (@hqfenty) July 19, 2026
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY: Rihanna was captured on camera performing the Macarena dance during a break in the action at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
The singer attended the match with her husband, ASAP Rocky, joining a star-studded crowd of celebrities and notable figures at football's biggest event. The moment highlighted Rihanna's long-standing passion for the sport and her continued presence at major football occasions.
Rihanna's viral dance highlights her love for football
Rihanna was seen smiling and enjoying the atmosphere as she performed the routine alongside hundreds of fans gathered for the final. The singer has been a passionate global football fan, regularly showing her support for international teams and major European clubs.
Her enthusiasm for the sport gained major attention during the 2014 FIFA World Cup, when she cheered for Germany during the tournament. She has also been spotted attending matches involving clubs including Arsenal, Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain.
Fans noticed a unique coincidence following the 2026 final. The two FIFA World Cup finals Rihanna has attended in person, in 2014 and 2026, both ended with Argentina losing 1-0 after extra time.
Thank you Ronaldo for that sweet setup!!! And thank YOU Valera for your timely execution!!
— Rihanna (@rihanna) June 23, 2014
Rihanna's most memorable football moment came during the 2014 FIFA World Cup, when she became a viral "pundit" by sharing her thoughts on matches through social media. She celebrated Germany's victory on the pitch and was photographed holding the FIFA World Cup trophy.
Beyond international tournaments, Rihanna has attended several club matches, including a visit to Arsenal's Emirates Stadium in London, where she met players and posed with a club jersey. She has also met and supported football stars, including Cristiano Ronaldo in Portugal.
FIFA World Cup final features star-studded halftime show
The FIFA World Cup final also featured a halftime show headlined by pop stars Madonna, BTS, Shakira and Justin Bieber, with performances created to rival the scale of the Super Bowl.
Madonna performed her hit song 'Music' after appearing from tunnels beneath the stadium alongside Brazilian football legends Ronaldo and Ronaldinho.
The performances lasted 27 minutes and 22 seconds, making it the longest halftime show in FIFA World Cup history. The extended break sparked discussion as International Football Association Board rules state players are entitled to a maximum 15-minute stoppage.
Before the event, FIFA President Gianni Infantino described the FIFA Global Citizen Halftime Show as "a first, where sport, music and culture merge to unite the world." After the lineup was announced, he added that combining entertainment with fundraising to improve the quality of children's education worldwide made the occasion even more meaningful.
Colombian singer Shakira and Nigerian musician Burna Boy also reunited on stage after performing together at the tournament's opening ceremony in Mexico City the previous month.
Following the performances, Tom Cruise addressed the crowd before kickoff, saying, "From every corner of the globe, we have witnessed greatness, and we have shared in moments of joy. Football is a language spoken without words, a force that unites people."
