LISA, Anitta, and Rema Headline Star-Studded LA World Cup Opening
Published June 13, 2026
The 2026 FIFA World Cup's US opening ceremony at SoFi Stadium featured a groundbreaking performance by LISA, Anitta, and Rema, marking a significant moment in the tournament's lead-up.
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The United States officially kicked off its portion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup festivities with a spectacular opening ceremony held on June 12 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. This event was the third of three distinct celebrations, following similar ceremonies in Mexico City and Toronto, marking a historic first for FIFA in organizing individual opening events across all co-host nations.
The night's highlight saw global music icons LISA of BLACKPINK, Brazilian superstar Anitta, and Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Rema unite for the live debut of their collaborative track, "Goals." Their coordinated performance captivated the audience, with LISA achieving a notable milestone as the first Thai artist and the first female K-pop act ever to headline a FIFA World Cup opening ceremony.
Before the headliners took the stage, the ceremony featured a diverse lineup of talent. Future and Tyla performed "Game Time," an official single from the tournament's album. The event also showcased appearances by Katy Perry, Dan + Shay, and a powerful rendition of the official FIFA World Cup anthem, "DNA," by Andrea Bocelli and EJAE. Following the musical spectacle, the host nation Mexico faced South Africa in the opening match, securing a 2-0 victory.