Colombia loves soccer and it loves its "national treasure," Shakira. However, what happens when James Rodriguez, the country's top soccer star, sides with her ex, Gerard Pique, in their seemingly never-ending and very public feud?

Rodriguez had some harsh words for his fellow Colombian regarding her songs about Gerard Pique. The Olympiacos FC midfielder stated in a recent interview that he did not like Shakira publicizing her relationship problems with the Spanish soccer star. He also admitted that he did not like her songs about Pique even though a lot of women do.

"I listened to them a bit, but no, I didn't like them very much. No, they didn't plot me, the women did, not me. I do not agree when things are published or when things about an outside relationship are said," the former Real Madrid star stated.

Rodriguez himself will be featured in Gerard Pique's Kings League, according to Sports Manor, and the Colombian admitted, "I have shared with Piqué several times, so I cannot speak badly of him. For me, he is a good person. There are many people who do, because of what happened. But to me, he is good people"

He would not be playing for Pique, but for Argentina legend, Sergio "Kun" Aguero. However, this did not stop fans from speculating if the former Real Madrid star's comments against Shakira had some vested interest in it as he tries to curry favor with Pique,

Shakira Rumored To Be Dating Musician Alejandro Sanz

Meanwhile, as her compatriot is slamming her in defense of her ex, Shakira is facing dating rumors left and right. The strongest contender right now is Formula 1 racer Lewis Hamilton, as she was spotted with the Brit several times. However, other rumors suggest that they are only friends and that Shakira is actually secretly dating somebody else.

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According to Marca, rumors are saying that she is dating another Spaniard, this time, her "friend," Alejandro Sanz, whom she had previously collaborated with multiple times. The rumors of them dating are all over the Latin American press, and this all stemmed from people analyzing one of her songs.

Sanz will be featured in one of the songs in Shakira's new album. In that song, she sings, "I'm getting too fond of you. Tell me if we're playing or if we're just friends." This sparked speculation, though it should be noted that the two have been friends for quite some time now.

Shakira Planning a Caribbean Getaway With Lewis Hamilton

Despite the rumors that she is dating another guy, Shakira is still having some vacation plans with Lewis Hamilton in the Caribbean.

Journalist Jordi Martin. who has grown close to the Colombian music icon, stated, "Hamilton and Shakira are planning to go on holiday together and I already know the destination." He confirmed it will be in a "Caribbean country, a short trip of about an hour."

The journalist added that "she is excited and happy" though admitted that the rumored couple would like to take their relationship slow.

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Written by: Rick Martin

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