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Shakira found herself back at the center of relationship chatter after making a memorable appearance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final. 

The Colombian superstar wasn’t the one lifting the trophy, but her interaction with Spain hero Ferran Torres quickly stole attention online. 

As photos of the pair circulated across social media, fans wasted little time dragging Gerard Pique into the conversation, with many convinced the retired soccer star would have plenty to think about after the headline-making moment.

Shakira’s World Cup Appearance Sends Fans Into A Gerard Pique Frenzy

Shakira raised eyebrows after she was photographed sharing a warm moment with Ferran Torres following his match-winning performance against Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final. 

The 49-year-old singer joined comedian Kevin Hart in presenting the 26-year-old forward with the Man of the Match award after Spain secured victory.

During the presentation, Shakira was seen rubbing shoulders with Torres as he celebrated one of the biggest moments of his career. 

While the interaction appeared friendly, it quickly sparked a flood of reactions online, with many social media users turning their attention to her former longtime partner, Gerard Pique.

Recall that Shakira and Pique ended their 11-year relationship in June 2022 following a highly publicized split that dominated headlines around the world. 

Due to that history, fans were quick to connect the World Cup moment to the retired soccer star.

One user on X joked per the Daily Mail, “Shakira handing him MOTM… Torres [is] winning on and off the pitch tonight.” Another added, “Torres won her heart… he’s gonna eat good.”

Shakira Said Heartbreak Left ‘Scars’ After Career Milestone

Weeks before she made headlines for posing alongside Ferran Torres, Shakira reflected on the emotional journey that helped her reach a happier chapter. 

Speaking exclusively to PEOPLE, the superstar opened up about the lasting impact of heartbreak following her highly publicized split from Piqué, admitting that painful experiences reshaped her perspective. 

“Behind every experience in life, there’s a lesson, and we have to be grateful for every lesson, even the people who leave scars,” she said. 

Shakira also revealed that the difficult period taught her she was stronger than she had ever imagined. 

“I always thought I was more fragile, weaker than life proved me to be,” she explained, adding that she has found healing through music, motherhood, and the unwavering support of those closest to her. 

Shakira Revealed How Her Sons Carried Her Through Difficult Days

Although Shakira admitted the breakup left her with emotional scars, she revealed that her greatest source of strength at the time were her two sons, Milan and Sasha. 

Looking back on the difficult period, the “Hips Don’t Lie” singer shared that balancing heartbreak with motherhood left her little choice but to keep moving forward. 

“When your world collapses, you have to get up and pay the bills and still prepare breakfast and take your kids to school. Life needs to go on,” she told PEOPLE. 

Shakira added that becoming a mother completely transformed her outlook, explaining, “Motherhood makes you strong. The moment I became a mother, I saw life through a different perspective,” while praising Milan and Sasha as her greatest teachers. 

The mom of two also credited the experience with revealing her resilience, saying, “Through those challenging moments, I discovered how resilient we all are.”

Shakira Reflected On The Sacrifices She Made For Gerard Piqué

Long before Shakira found strength in motherhood, the Grammy winner admitted that she had made enormous personal and professional sacrifices to support Piqué’s career. 

In a 2024 interview with The Sunday Times, the dancer revealed that relocating to Spain meant putting many of her own ambitions on hold so Piqué could continue playing for FC Barcelona. 

“For a long time I put my career on hold, to be next to Gerard, so he could play football,” she explained, before adding, “There was a lot of sacrifice for love.” 

Shakira made it clear that one partner had to compromise for the sake of their family, and she chose to step back professionally while raising their sons. 

The Breakup That Changed Shakira And Piqué’s Lives

Years after meeting on the set of the 2010 FIFA World Cup anthem “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)” and building a family with two sons, Shakira and Piqué’s relationship came to a sudden end in June 2022 amid intense media scrutiny. 

Days before the pair confirmed the breakup, Spanish media reported that Piqué had moved out of the family home, with widespread speculation alleging infidelity, though neither of the two publicly addressed those claims.  

They announced their separation in a joint statement, saying, “We regret to confirm that we are separating,” while asking for privacy as they prioritized their children.  

What followed was an emotionally draining custody battle over where Milan and Sasha would live, with Shakira hoping to relocate to Miami while Piqué wanted them to remain in Barcelona. 

The former couple ultimately reached an agreement later that year, allowing the singer to move to the U.S. with their sons.  

Shakira later described the breakup as the darkest hour of her life, revealing that she struggled under constant paparazzi attention while trying to shield her children from the fallout.

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