World Cup kicks off in the US with performances from Katy Perry, Future and Tyla
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has officially kicked off in the United States, Canada, and Mexico with high-energy opening ceremonies. Major musical acts including Katy Perry, Future, and Tyla performed in Los Angeles to mark the start of the largest tournament in history.
Why it matters
This event represents a massive international cultural and economic milestone, as it is the first time the tournament is hosted across three nations with an expanded 48-team format.
Image source, Reuters By Nadine Yousif , Reporting from Toronto , Sareen Habeshian , Reporting from Los Angeles and Nardine Saad , Reporting from Los Angeles Published 12 June 2026 Updated 4 hours ago The United States have marked their first World Cup on home soil since 1994 with a vibrant, high-energy opening ceremony in Los Angeles.
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