What happened, and who performed at the World Cup 2026 opening ceremony?
Summary
The 2026 World Cup opening ceremony took place at Mexico City's Estadio Azteca with performances by Shakira, Burna Boy, and other artists. The event celebrated Mexican culture and marked the official start of the tournament featuring 48 teams from around the world.Key Facts
- The ceremony was held at the historic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.
- Singers Shakira and Burna Boy performed the World Cup anthem "Dai Dai."
- Mexican singer Lila Downs welcomed the crowd in Spanish and English.
- Other performers included Danny Ocean, Belinda, Los Angeles Azules, Mana, J Balvin, Ryan Castro, Andrea Bocelli, and Alejandro Fernandez.
- World Cup Ambassador Salma Hayek Pinault welcomed all 48 competing nations.
- The ceremony included a parade of flags from the 48 teams participating in the tournament.
- The Mexican and South African national anthems were performed live.
- Red and green smoke signaled the official start of the 2026 World Cup.
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