Colombian singer Shakira, who has been the face of Africa throughout the World Cup, Â will be cheering for Spain.
Shakira will be performing at the closing ceremony at Soccer City.
“I have been enjoying the football World Cup like any other fanatic. And since I am a Hispanic, I will be rooting for Spain. They have been a great team and the kind of football they played this time has been pleasing to eyes,” Shakira said.
“I hope the octopus doesn’t get it wrong for tomorrow,” she laughed.
Shakira, who sang the World Cup anthem “Waka Waka” at the opening ceremony, admitted the World Cup has turned her into a football fanatic.
“I never imagined I would go straight to the sports section in the newspaper. I love the goals I saw from (David) Villa. And I love the way (Spain’s Gerard) Pique plays. He’s a beautiful defender,” she said.
“The FIFA concert was one of the most emotional experiences of my career. These have been one of the happiest months in my life. I never saw so many people smiling and celebrating in unison,” she said.
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Of course Shakira is pulling for Spain that’s all us latinos have left to pull for. Good game but soccer has to update the game it’s too slow and we need instant replay.