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Katy Perry, Lisa, and Future to headline FIFA World Cup opening ceremony at SoFi
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 22: A general view of the exterior of SoFi Stadium as it prepares for its use as Los Angeles Stadium for the FIFA World Cup 2026 on April 22, 2026 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
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Katy Perry, Future, Lisa and other artists will headline the FIFA World Cup opening ceremony at SoFi Stadium on June 12 — one of three happening across North America.
The selection: The lineup "reflects the cultural diversity of the United States and the vibrancy of its many diasporas," FIFA President Gianni Infantino said in a statement.
Why it matters: It’s the first time the global competition will hold three opening ceremonies across multiple countries. Mexico City hosts one on June 11 and Toronto hosts another on June 12.
What's next: Los Angeles will host eight games. The first match will take place on June 12 between the U.S. men’s national team and Paraguay. The opening ceremony will begin at 4:30 p.m., 90 minutes before kickoff.
Tickets are available now through FIFA and will continue to be released throughout the tournament.
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