Rym Fikri, Dystinct Join FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Album

Rym Fikri and Dystinct’s inclusion highlights Morocco’s continued cultural influence in global music, especially at a time when North African artists are gaining unprecedented international visibility.

Rabat – Moroccan pop star Rym Fikri and Dutch-Moroccan artist Dystinct have officially joined the lineup for the FIFA World Cup 2026 official album, marking another major moment for North African representation in global pop and football culture.

The announcement places both artists alongside an international roster featured on the 18-track compilation, part of FIFA’s expanding “FIFA Sound” project, which blends music, sport, and global culture ahead of the tournament in Canada, Mexico, and the United States.

Rym Fikri

Rym Fikri has emerged as one of Morocco’s most recognizable contemporary pop voices, known for her emotional vocal style and modern fusion of Arabic pop and R&B influences.

Over recent years, she has built a strong fanbase across North Africa and the diaspora through viral singles and a polished visual identity that blends glamour with contemporary Moroccan aesthetics.

Her inclusion in the FIFA World Cup soundtrack reflects her growing international visibility and the increasing global reach of Moroccan pop music.

Dystinct

Dystinct is a Belgian-Moroccan singer, songwriter, and producer born in Mortsel, Belgium.

He is widely known for blending raï, pop, Afro-influenced rhythms, and urban French/Arabic lyrics, creating a cross-cultural sound that has made him one of the most streamed MENA-region artists globally.

His breakthrough came with tracks like “Ghazali”, which became closely associated with Moroccan football celebrations during the 2022 World Cup, helping cement his connection to football culture.