Katy Perry performs ahead of the first 2026 World Cup match held on American soil in Los Angeles on Friday night, according to reports. The outlets describe her appearance as occurring just before kickoff, during the lead-in to the event. After the performance, some viewers express criticism online, with commentary focusing on the quality of her singing. The Daily Mail characterizes the show as underwhelming and refers to fans describing her performance as sounding “terrible,” while also using language such as “trainwreck.” The coverage centers on audience reaction rather than any official response from organizers or performers. Based on the available accounts, the controversy relates to how the performance was perceived by viewers in terms of vocal delivery and overall impact immediately before the match. No additional details about changes to the ceremony, technical issues, or statements from Perry or FIFA are included in the provided summaries. The reports therefore present a single narrative: a high-profile pre-match musical moment at the Los Angeles opener that draws negative online reaction from some spectators.