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KOCHI, KERALA, INDIA — July 4, 2026 — Independent artist, songwriter, and music producer Afzal Azad has announced the worldwide release of Heart Beats of Football 2026, an original five-track album inspired by the passion, emotion, and global spirit of football.

Created as an independent musical project, the album captures the excitement of the sport through original compositions that blend cinematic storytelling with contemporary production and multicultural musical influences. Rather than focusing on a specific competition, the music celebrates football's ability to unite people across cultures, languages, and generations.

The album features five original tracks:

Football Fever

Number 10

Heart Beats of Football

One Goal, One Dream, One Guardian

The Beautiful Battle


Each track presents a unique perspective on the football experience, exploring themes such as ambition, teamwork, resilience, hope, and celebration. From the energy of packed stadiums to the dreams of aspiring players, the album reflects the emotional connection millions of people share with the game.

"Football has the power to bring people together like few other things in the world," said Afzal Azad. "With Heart Beats of Football 2026, I wanted to create original music that captures the excitement, inspiration, and unforgettable memories that football gives to fans everywhere."

The album combines orchestral arrangements, modern electronic elements, stadium-inspired anthems, Afro-influenced rhythms, and Middle Eastern musical textures to create a diverse listening experience for football enthusiasts and music lovers alike.

Heart Beats of Football 2026 is now available on major digital streaming platforms, making it accessible to audiences around the world.

This album is an independent creative work and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by FIFA, the FIFA World Cup, or any football governing body, league, club, or tournament organizer.

About Afzal Azad

Afzal Azad is an independent musician, composer, songwriter, and creative producer based in Kerala, India. His work combines cinematic storytelling with contemporary music production, creating original musical projects inspired by culture, emotion, and universal human experiences. Through his music, he aims to connect audiences across borders with compositions that celebrate creativity, unity, and inspiration.