The pop superstar told the Times: ‘My plate is quite full. My kids are my priority. And my career.’

The judge ruled that authorities had failed to prove that Shakira spent more than 183 days in Spain in 2011, as required by Spanish law to be considered a tax resident in the country.

The biggest World Cup, featuring 48 teams, kicks off on June 11 and is being hosted across the United States, Canada and Mexico.

The World Cup final will take place on Sunday, July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

The 48-year-old shared the statements on her social media accounts on Sunday afternoon.

The US star arrived early on stage, after hitting the headlines last year for delayed performances.