Mexico City, Jun 10 (V7N) – For the first time in FIFA World Cup history, the tournament will begin with three separate opening ceremonies across three host nations—Mexico, Canada, and the United States—offering football fans around the world a unique celebration of culture, music, and sport.
The historic opening ceremony trilogy will commence on June 11 at the iconic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Scheduled to begin 90 minutes before the tournament's opening match, the event will feature global music stars Shakira and Burna Boy performing the official FIFA World Cup 2026 song, Dai Dai, for the first time on the world stage. The ceremony will also include performances by J Balvin, Maná, and several other renowned artists, blending Mexican traditions with contemporary Latin music.
The second opening ceremony will take place on June 12 at BMO Field in Toronto, Canada. The event will showcase Canada's cultural diversity through performances by celebrated artists including Michael Bublé, Alanis Morissette, and Alessia Cara.
The final opening ceremony will be held on June 13 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, marking the beginning of the United States' World Cup campaign. The Hollywood-style spectacle will feature international stars including Katy Perry, Future, LISA, and Anitta.
According to FIFA, the central theme of all three ceremonies will revolve around the FIFA World Cup Trophy, with each host nation highlighting its own cultural identity through music, performances, and visual storytelling. Billions of viewers worldwide are expected to watch the ceremonies live on television and digital streaming platforms as the countdown to the biggest football tournament on earth officially begins.
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