Mexico World Cup opening ceremony – here’s everything you need to know

10 Jun 2026 • 4:52 PM MYT
The Independent
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Mexico World Cup opening ceremony – here’s everything you need to know

  • The 2026 World Cup will see three separate opening ceremonies from host nations Mexico, the USA and Canada.
  • Mexico’s opening ceremony is scheduled for Thursday 11 June at 6.30pm BST in Mexico City.
  • The event will be held at the Estadio Azteca, preceding the Group A match between Mexico and South Africa.
  • Shakira and Burna Boy are set to headline the spectacle, performing the official tournament song, “Dai Dai”.
  • Additional performers include Alejandro Fernández, Belinda, Danny Ocean, J Balvin, Lila Downs, Los Ángeles Azules, Maná, and Tyla.

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