Pop star Katy Perry, K-pop idol Lisa, and rapper Future headlined a star-studded FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Friday.
The ceremony marked the start of the US leg of the FIFA World Cup 2026, which is being co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Katy Perry delivered a memorable performance at the ceremony, captivating thousands of fans with an emotional rendition of her song Wonder ahead of the United States' campaign opener against Paraguay.
Lisa brought K-pop energy to the stage, performing alongside dancers in coordinated sports-inspired outfits, while Future and Tyla performed their official FIFA World Cup 2026 song Game Time.
The opening ceremony also featured a host of international music stars, including Anitta and Rema, who performed Goals, another track from the official World Cup album.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the largest edition of the tournament to date, featuring 48 teams competing across the United States, Canada and Mexico, and is scheduled to conclude with the final on July 19.
