Shakira, Mexican band Maná and singer Lila Downs headlined the opening of the 2026 World Cup at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico city.

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It's time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City's Estadio Azteca. Here's how to stream Shakira and see all the performers live.

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La intérprete lideró una vistosa presentación que marcó el comienzo de la Copa Mundial y puso a cantar a miles de aficionados en el Estadio Azteca de Ciudad de México.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup officially began on June 11 at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, and one of the biggest talking points of the night was the opening ceremony performance by…

Shakira, Mexican band Maná and singer Lila Downs headlined the opening of the 2026 World Cup at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico city.