The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicked off in Los Angeles, USA with a spectacular star-studded opening ceremony featuring global music icons. Katy Perry, LISA, AnitaFuture and Tyla teamed up for electrifying performances ahead of the Group D clash between the United States and Paraguay.
Katy Perry headlines the opening ceremony with “Wonder.”
Katy Perry, who headlined the US opening ceremony, brought glamor and emotion to the sporting event with a performance of ‘Wonder’. Adding an emotional element to the performance was 10-year-old Norwegian singer Tius Luka, who joined Perry on the field to sing the opening and closing lines of the track.Perry also attracted attention for her eye-catching stage outfits. The singer wore a futuristic silver dress with a dramatic, structured hoop design that flared out dramatically from the waist.
LISA and Anitta make ‘Goals’
The pre-match show featured an impressive lineup of international artists. Among the highlights was a high-energy track between LISA and Anitta, who joined forces for the track ‘Goals’. Dressed in coordinating white outfits, the two performers delivered an energetic routine that had fans on their feet as they celebrated the start of the US World Cup festivities.
the future and Tyla perform ‘Game Time’
Grammy-winning South African star Tyla also took to the stage, joining American rapper Future for a dynamic performance of ‘Game Time’ at SoFi Stadium.The ceremony in Los Angeles was the third major opening celebration for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following ceremonies in Mexico and Canada, as the tournament unfolds across the three host nations.The Canadian opening ceremony also featured a host of performers, including Canadian music legends Michael Bublé and Alanis Morissette. They were joined by Canadian artists Alessia Cara and Jessie Reyez, Palestinian singer Elyanna and Toronto-born actress and Bollywood actress Nora Fatehi.
