The football world has been thrown into chaos after global music icon Shakira made an unexpected and highly political offer to La Liga. According to multiple Spanish sources, the Colombian superstar proposed to perform a new, exclusive version of Spain’s national anthem for the upcoming La Liga season — but under one bold condition: that the league and all participating teams officially commit to a long-term public stance in support of the LGBT community. The proposal, described as “unprecedented” in the history of the league, has already divided fans, clubs, and even players across Europe.
Shakira, who has long used her platform to advocate for equality and social justice, reportedly linked her anthem performance to a sponsorship campaign that would run throughout the season, promoting inclusion and acceptance in football. Her representatives emphasized that the offer was not merely symbolic, but a serious financial and cultural proposal meant to “modernize football’s image” and make the sport more inclusive. However, not everyone agreed with the singer’s conditions — and among those who reacted most strongly was none other than Kylian Mbappé.
In a statement released shortly after the news broke, the Real Madrid star shocked the sporting world with his firm response. “Football should unite people, not divide them through politics or ideologies,” Mbappé said. “I respect everyone’s rights and identities, but when we start turning the game into a platform for political statements, we risk losing what makes football beautiful — its universality.” His words quickly went viral, sparking a heated debate on social media. Some fans praised his courage for speaking his mind, while others accused him of being dismissive of Shakira’s message of equality.
Within hours, hashtags such as #ShakiraForEquality and #MbappéSpeaksTruth were trending worldwide. Prominent LGBT activists voiced their disappointment at Mbappé’s stance, arguing that football stars have a moral responsibility to use their influence to promote acceptance. Meanwhile, many players and fans agreed with Mbappé, insisting that the sport should remain neutral and free from ideological pressure.
La Liga officials have yet to issue an official response, but insiders say they are caught between two forces: the potential publicity and commercial boost from Shakira’s involvement, and the risk of alienating players and supporters who want to keep politics out of football. One anonymous club executive reportedly told Spanish newspaper AS, “This could redefine the relationship between entertainment and sport — or it could tear it apart.”
As tensions rise, Shakira’s representatives have doubled down, saying that the offer remains on the table only if La Liga commits publicly to her terms. “This is not about politics,” said one of her spokespeople. “It’s about humanity, love, and progress.”
With the new La Liga season approaching, all eyes are now on the league’s next move — and on whether Mbappé’s powerful words will influence its decision. One thing is certain: what began as a simple artistic proposal has evolved into a global conversation about identity, values, and the soul of modern football.
