Shakira officially opened the 2026 World Cup on Thursday as the soccer extravaganza kickstarted amid a backdrop of turmoil that threatens to derail the tournament.

Discover the exciting performer lineup and details for the FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony and halftime show.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony brings together BTS, Shakira, Tyla, LISA, Burna Boy, Michael Bublé and more across three stages.