Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleThe World Cup 2026 opening ceremony kicked off with star-studded performances ahead of the co-hosts’ opening match against Paraguay in Los Angeles.A drumline officially launched the ceremony, marking the start of the United States’ World Cup opening festivities.The performance featured a drumming display before Future and Tyla took the stage to perform their song “Game Time.”LISA, Anitta and Rema closed out with their global collaboration “Goals,” blending Latin pop, K-pop and Afrobeats as part of the official FIFA World Cup album.Katy Perry performed “Wonder” after the parade of nations and right before kickoff with a young boy named Tius, who originally recorded the song with her.In fullUSA vs Paraguay LIVE: World Cup co-hosts kick off campaign but Donald Trump snubs gameThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in