Shakira Stars in Glitzy World Cup Opening Amid Mexico's Turmoil
WHO:
Daily Mail Sports - Shakira officially opened the 2026 World Cup.
CBS News - Colombian superstar Shakira and Nigerian singer Burna Boy performed at the opening ceremony.
CBS News - Mexican rock band Maná performed during the opening ceremony.
WHAT:
CBS News - Shakira and Burna Boy performed "Dai Dai," the official anthem of the tournament, which they co-wrote.
CBS News - The opening ceremony included a dance routine highlighting Aztec culture.
CBS News - The first match of the tournament is Mexico vs. South Africa, which is the first Group A matchup.
CBS News - The opening ceremony included performances from Danny Ocean, Los Ángeles Azules, and J Balvin, in addition to Shakira and Burna Boy.
CBS News - Canada's opening ceremony will include performances from Canadian icons like Alanis Morissette and Michael Bublé.
CBS News - The U.S. opening ceremony will feature performances from Katy Perry, Future, Anitta, and more.
Daily Mail Sports - The 2026 World Cup kicked off amid chaos in Mexico.
CBS News - The opening ceremony included a tribute to Indigenous cultures and performances from various artists.
CBS News - The first match of the tournament is Mexico vs. South Africa.
CBS News - The first match is set to begin at 3 p.m. ET.
WHERE:
Daily Mail Sports - The opening ceremony took place in Mexico.
CBS News - The first match is held at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.
CBS News - Additional opening ceremonies are scheduled in Canada and the United States.
WHEN:
CBS News - Canada's opening ceremony is set for Friday prior to the match between Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina at BMO Field.
CBS News - The U.S. opening ceremony is scheduled for Friday at 7:30 p.m. ET, about 90 minutes before the U.S. Men's National Team plays Paraguay.
CBS News - Canada's opening ceremony is set for Friday prior to the match between Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina at BMO Field.
CBS News - The U.S. opening ceremony is scheduled for Friday at 7:30 p.m. ET, about 90 minutes before the U.S. Men's National Team plays Paraguay.
CBS News - The opening ceremony began a little over an hour before the first kickoff.
CBS News - Canada's opening ceremony is set for Friday in Toronto.
CBS News - The U.S. opening ceremony is scheduled for Friday at 7:30 p.m. ET.
WHY:
CBS News - The opening ceremonies aim to launch the biggest World Cup ever.
HOW:
CBS News - The opening ceremony featured a dance routine highlighting Aztec culture and performances from various artists, including Shakira and Burna Boy performing the official anthem "Dai Dai."
(UPDATED June 12, 2026 04:20 UTC)
Shakira and Burna Boy took the stage to perform "Dai Dai," the official anthem of the tournament, during an opening ceremony that also featured a vibrant dance routine celebrating Aztec culture. The first match of the tournament will see Mexico face off against South Africa in the initial Group A matchup. Looking ahead, Canada's opening ceremony is set for Friday before their match against Bosnia and Herzegovina at BMO Field, while the U.S. opening ceremony is scheduled for Friday at 7:30 p.m. ET, just 90 minutes before the U.S. Men's National Team plays Paraguay.
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(UPDATED June 12, 2026 01:44 UTC)
The opening ceremonies for the upcoming matches are shaping up to be star-studded events, with the U.S. featuring performances from Katy Perry, Future, Anitta, and others, scheduled for Friday at 7:30 p.m. ET, just before the U.S. Men's National Team takes on Paraguay. Meanwhile, Canada's ceremony will showcase Canadian icons like Alanis Morissette and Michael Bublé, taking place on the same day prior to the match against Bosnia and Herzegovina at BMO Field. Additionally, the opening ceremony will also include performances from Danny Ocean, Los Ángeles Azules, J Balvin, Shakira, and Burna Boy.
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(UPDATED June 11, 2026 19:50 UTC)
The 2026 World Cup officially kicked off in Mexico with a vibrant opening ceremony featuring Colombian superstar Shakira and Nigerian singer Burna Boy, who performed the official anthem "Dai Dai." The event included a tribute to Indigenous cultures and showcased performances from the Mexican rock band Maná, all leading up to the first match between Mexico and South Africa, set to begin at 3 p.m. ET at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Additional opening ceremonies are planned in Canada and the United States, with Canada's event scheduled for Friday in Toronto and the U.S. ceremony set for Friday at 7:30 p.m. ET.