08/07/2026 16:59 - Deportes
The 2026 World Cup is here, and while Argentine fans did not initially have an official song ready to replace the legendary 'Muchachos'—the unforgettable anthem from the 2022 World Cup in Qatar—the wait is finally over. Following a thrilling and historic 3-2 comeback victory against Egypt on July 7, 2026, the stands of the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta exploded with joy, echoing a tune that has already become the undeniable anthem of this World Cup.
The song in question is 'La cuarta estrella' (The Fourth Star), a creation by the artist Palmito Musica. It quickly gained popularity thanks to its catchy melody and lyrics that touch the heart of every Argentine. Its success was so overwhelming that it was sung massively by fans as they left the stadium celebrating their qualification for the quarter-finals.
For context: Scaloneta is the popular nickname for the national team, honoring coach Lionel Scaloni. Malvinas refers to the Falkland Islands, a deeply emotional historical conflict for Argentina. El Diego is the late football legend Diego Maradona, and Leo is Lionel Messi.
I am a fan of the national team,I cheer for them with my heart,We won the third one with Lionel,We want to be champions again,And 32 years later (since 1986),The Scaloneta will avenge,The Cup they stole from the ten (Maradona/Messi),The one they did not let us lift,I want to see the fourth star,Shining on the jersey,I am Argentine from the cradle to the grave,For the Malvinas,For Diego,For Leo's last one,Argentina, I want to see you back-to-back champion.
The dream of winning a new star above the AFA (Argentine Football Association) crest and becoming back-to-back world champions is growing rapidly. Led by a team that surpasses itself in every match, this song will undoubtedly be the soundtrack of every fan fest and flag-waving gathering wherever Argentines are present.
The next challenge will be on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at 10:00 PM (22:00), when the Argentine National Team faces Switzerland in the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup. Without a doubt, the stands will vibrate once again with this new anthem that unites an entire country. Let us go Argentina, may the fourth star shine!
Source: LA NACION
Alfredo S. Quiroga
