The FIFA World Cup 2026 opens in the United States with a ceremony at Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium, the first World Cup hosted on U.S. soil since 1994. The pre-match event brings together music and entertainment on the same night as the tournament’s start. Katy Perry performs as the headliner while Future and other mainstream artists also take the stage, including Tyla, Anitta and LISA of BLACKPINK. Billboard also lists additional performers such as Rema and Dan + Shay, reflecting a wide-ranging lineup. The ceremony features choreography and visual effects, with fans waving flags from different countries inside the stadium. Coverage also notes that the tournament is co-hosted across multiple countries, with opening ceremonies taking place in Canada and Mexico as well. Following the performers, attention turns to the match itself, with the U.S. Men’s National Team beginning its campaign against Paraguay, which occurs after the event’s entertainment segment. Ticket information reported by some outlets places pricing at up to about $1,900 for certain seats, and attendance is described as filling the venue with tens of thousands of fans.
Katy Perry, Future and Tyla headline FIFA World Cup 2026 U.S. opening ceremony in Los Angeles
The FIFA World Cup 2026 opens in the United States with a ceremony at Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium, the first World Cup hosted on U.S. soil since 1994. The pre-match event brings together music and enter...
- The FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony is held at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
- Katy Perry headlines the U.S. opening ceremony; Future also performs.
- Other credited performers include Tyla, Anitta, and LISA (BLACKPINK).
- Additional artists are reported by outlets, including Rema and Dan + Shay.
- The U.S. last hosted the World Cup in 1994, and opening ceremonies also occur in Canada and Mexico.
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9 hours agoRema, Tyla, Future and Dan + Shay also performed ahead of the U.S. Men's National Team's opening win against Paraguay.
3 days agoTwo other opening ceremonies took place in Canada and Mexico, marking the first time the tournament has been co-hosted across multiple countries The post Watch Katy Perry, Tyla, Lisa and Anitta perform at the FIFA 2026 World Cup US opening ceremony appeared first on NME.
3 days agoThe United States marked its first FIFA World Cup on home soil since 1994 with a vibrant and high-energy opening ceremony in Los Angeles, setting the stage for a month of football celebration and global unity.Southern California native Katy Perry headlined the festivities, delivering an electrifying performance moments before the competing teams entered the pitch. Her appearance drew thunderous applause from the crowd and provided a fitting hometown touch to the historic occasion.An incredible performance at the @FIFAWorldCup 2026 opening ceremony in Los Angeles pic.twitter.com/k6yI3wsnG8— FIFA (@FIFAcom) June 13, 2026 Thousands of fans packed the stadium as music, culture, and sport came together in a spectacular showcase ahead of the tournament's opening match. The ceremony highlighted the diversity and entertainment prowess of the host nation while embracing the international spirit of the World Cup.Earlier in the evening, East Coast rapper Future energized fans with a dynamic set, while several other chart-topping artists helped build anticipation for the tournament's opening kickoff.The global nature of the World Cup was reflected in a diverse lineup of international performers. Grammy-winning South African singer Tyla brought her signature sound to the stage, while Brazilian singer-songwriter Anitta showcased Latin American flair. Completing the star-studded roster was LISA of the globally renowned K-pop group Blackpink, whose performance captivated audiences both in the stadium and watching around the world.The ceremony featured dazzling visual effects, music, and choreography, celebrating football's power to unite cultures and nations. Fans waving flags from across the globe created a colorful backdrop as the tournament officially began.The United States last hosted the FIFA World Cup in 1994, and the opening ceremony underscored the country's ambition to deliver a memorable tournament experience. With world-class entertainment and an atmosphere of excitement, Los Angeles provided a fitting launchpad for football's biggest event.As the players took to the field and the first whistle approached, the celebrations gave way to the action, marking the start of what promises to be an unforgettable FIFA World Cup.
4 days agoThe United States last hosted a World Cup in 1994, and 32 years later, SoFi Stadium delivered the kind of opening ceremony that only Los Angeles can produce: a Southern California native performing to 70,000 people, Hollywood royalty in the stands, and the host nation three goals up by halftime. Ticket holders paid up to $1,900 each for the privilege. Some of them still did not know where they were sitting when the gates opened.
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