Beyond 'Dreamers': K-pop's soundtrack for 2026 FIFA World Cup

The FIFA World Cup is no longer an event enjoyed solely by soccer fans.

Held once every four years, the tournament attracts billions of viewers worldwide and has long inspired musicians to release official FIFA anthems, national team songs and unofficial tributes.

K-pop has become increasingly visible in that tradition.

After BTS member Jungkook made history by performing the first FIFA World Cup anthem by a Korean artist with "Dreamers" at the 2022 Qatar World Cup, Blackpink's Lisa joined this ...