Maná Will Fire Up Mexico vs. England Match With Halftime Show: 'Get Ready to Sing at the Top of Your Lungs'

The Estadio Ciudad de México, once the iconic Estadio Azteca, is about to bid farewell to its status as a World Cup host venue. On Sunday, July 5, the stadium will play host to a historic match between Mexico and England, with the two teams vying for a spot in the quarterfinals of the world's most celebrated sporting event. But what promises to make this match truly unforgettable is the halftime show, courtesy of the legendary Mexican band Maná. The quartet, comprising lead singer Fher Olvera, guitarist Sergio Vallín, bassist Juan Calleros, and drummer Álex González, has confirmed their participation in the highly anticipated event, and fans are already buzzing with excitement.

For Maná, this is a return to familiar territory. Earlier in the tournament, the band took to the stage at the Estadio Ciudad de México during the opening ceremony on June 11, where they shared the spotlight with international stars like Shakira, Burna Boy, J Balvin, and Lila Downs. The estimated global audience of 1.1 billion viewers witnessed the band's captivating performance, which marked the beginning of their historic run at the FIFA World Cup 2026. This latest milestone comes as part of the band's celebration of four decades in the music industry, with their Vivir Sin Aire Tour set to conclude with two shows at the Estadio GNP Seguros in Mexico City on December 16-17.

In a video that has been making the rounds, Fher Olvera responded to Liam Gallagher's prediction that England would crush Mexico 5-0. Dressed in the Mexican flag, Olvera calmly retorted, "5-0? Calm down! We'll see what happens on Sunday, man." The exchange has only added to the hype surrounding the match, with fans eagerly anticipating the outcome.

As the clock strikes halftime on Sunday, July 5, the Estadio Ciudad de México will come alive to the sounds of Maná. With over 50 million records sold, four Grammy Awards, nine Latin Grammy Awards, and a career spanning more than 30 countries, the quartet is undoubtedly one of the most relevant Latin acts of all time. As they take to the stage, fans will be treated to a night of music and football that will be remembered for a long time to come. "See you Sunday at halftime. Get ready to sing at the top of your lungs. Let it be heard all the way to England," Maná wrote on social media, setting the tone for what promises to be an unforgettable experience.

Maná's performances at the World Cup have been evidence of the band's enduring legacy music and football. From their participation in the opening ceremony to their upcoming halftime show, the quartet has been making waves at the tournament. As they bid farewell to the Estadio Ciudad de México as a World Cup host venue, fans will be left with memories of a night that will be etched in their minds for years to come.

As Maná closes their historic run at the FIFA World Cup 2026, they will undoubtedly be looking forward to the next chapter in their illustrious career. With the Vivir Sin Aire Tour set to conclude in December, the quartet will be taking their music to new heights, with stops at stadiums in Bogota, Lima, Santiago, and Buenos Aires. As they continue to make music that inspires and unites fans around the world, Maná remains a true icon Latin music.

A new chapter is about to unfold for Maná, and the stage is set for a night to remember.