Pop star Katy Perry is set to headline the FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on June 12. Ahead of the event, Perry teases that she will perform a song she has never sung live before, describing it as a special surprise for football fans. Reports say she will be joined by other artists, with Future, Anitta, LISA, Rema and Tyla also slated to perform as part of the ceremony lineup. The title of Perry’s unreleased live track has been kept secret, and the announcement prompts public debate among some fans about FIFA’s choice of performers.
The tournament features 48 teams, expanding the competition format, and runs from June 12 through July 19. The ceremony is scheduled around the opening match, with performances planned to take place before the USA vs. Paraguay game. The closing stages are also described as star-studded, including a halftime show featuring Madonna, Shakira and BTS. All details are presented as the latest updates to the World Cup’s planned entertainment programming.
