As passionate soccer a fan, the World Cup is a global celebration that brings people together, in the love for the beautiful game. the World Cup anthem has been the heartbeat of this, capturing the energy of the event and staying in our hearts long after the tournament.

​However, the recently announced song for the 2026 World Cup, Lighter is a failure. the countrystyle lacks the cultural and stirring emotion that a tournament of this scale requires.

​this world cup is a Historic Moment for North America

​The 2026 World Cup is a milestone for the first time ever, the tournament is being hosted across the entire North American continent. This is a historic debut for the United States, Canada, and Mexico. These three nations possess incredibly rich, and diverse musical cultures that deserve to be represented on the world stage.

​A Lack of Representation with a country-style track by a US artist does not reflect our shared North American identity. Canada and Mexico, in particular, deserve a say in a song that is supposed to represent this entire continent.

​Missing the Spirit of Football.

 A true anthem needs to evoke the spirit of football. the excitement and passion that unites billions. Lighter feels more like a radio single than a stadium anthem. It lacks the energy needed to set the tone for a tournament of 48 nations.

​This isn't just one person's opinion; it's a conversation already happening worldwide. From fan forums to major news outlets, the consensus is clear: fans want a song that feels like the World Cup.

​this is Our Call to Action.

Encapsulate the Continent

​We are calling for an anthem that celebrates the unity of all three host nations. We believe the 2026 anthem should be a cultural tapestry something that blends the unique sounds of North America the same way Waka Waka captured the spirit of Africa in 2010.

​We urge FIFA and the World Cup Organizing Committee to,

Reconsider the current choice as the primary anthem for the tournament.

Commission a collaboration that truly encapsulates North America, bringing together the iconic sounds of Canada, Mexico, and the United States.

a song that embodies the spirit of football one that is rhythmic, inclusive and capable of motivating players on the pitch and fans all aroundthe world.

​Join us in calling for a change. Let us demand an anthem that captures our hearts and reflects the true, diverse identity of North America.

​Sign this petition for a song worthy of the 2026 World Cup!