Katy Perry and Tius Luka Perform "Wonder" Ahead of 2026 World Cup Opener

The highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup officially kicked off with a heartwarming musical moment as Katy Perry took to the stage with young Norwegian talent Tius Luka. The duo performed their collaborative track, "Wonder," mere minutes before the first whistle of the tournament's opening match between co-hosts United States and Paraguay, held at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.

Appearing in a dazzling silver ensemble, Perry was accompanied by the 10-year-old Luka, who delivered the opening and closing verses of the heartfelt song. The performance unfolded amidst a vibrant display of national flags, setting an inspiring tone for the global football spectacle. Following their duet, Perry shared an embrace with Luka as cheers erupted from the enthusiastic crowd.

Perry had previously shared insights into the song's creation, revealing that Luka first recorded his vocals for "Wonder" back in 2021 when he was just five years old. Inspired by his voice, Perry later penned additional verses for the track, which is featured on her seventh studio album, '143'. She noted on social media that Luka traveled from Norway specifically for this significant World Cup performance.

Their performance was part of a larger musical celebration preceding the tournament's start. Earlier in the day, the World Cup ceremony saw performances from artists such as Future and Tyla, who presented "Game Time" from the official tournament album. They were followed by Lisa of Blackpink, Brazilian star Anitta, and Nigerian artist Rema, who delivered another track titled "Goals," further electrifying the atmosphere for fans gathered for the global event.