FIFA reveals full lineup of music stars for 2026 World Cup opening ceremonies

FIFA has named the performers for the opening ceremonies of the 2026 World Cup across Mexico, Canada and the United States, expanding on the previously announced U.S. lineup.

The announcements highlight the scale of the tournament, with separate ceremonies planned for each host nation. In Mexico City, Lila Downs, Alejandro Fernández, Belinda, Los Ángeles Azules, Maná, J Balvin, Danny Ocean and Tyla will perform alongside the first match of the tournament. Canada’s ceremony in Toronto will include Michael Bublé, Alessia Cara, Alanis Morissette and Vegedream. The United States show will feature Katy Perry, Future and Anitta when the host nation opens its campaign on 12 June at SoFi Stadium.

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Katy Perry, Future, Anitta, Lisa, Rema, and Tyla are scheduled to perform at the opening ceremony for the United States' first match in the FIFA World Cup 2026. The event takes place on June 12 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, where the U.S. national team faces Paraguay.

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