Katy Perry, Tyla and LISA in headlines of World Cup kickoff
Key takeaways
- Add ARY News on Google AAResize The United States marked the second opening ceremony in Los Angeles with Southern California native Katy Perry.
- The 2026 tournament was hosted in all three countries and is set to be the largest ever, with 48 nations competing.
- “Welcome to the USA,” announced a booming voiceover, as a close-up of the city’s famous Hollywood sign flashed on giant screens at the SoFi Stadium, temporarily renamed the Los Angeles Stadium, on Friday.
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Add ARY News on Google AAResize The United States marked the second opening ceremony in Los Angeles with Southern California native Katy Perry. The singer took the stage minutes before the players entered the pitch, after earlier performances from East Coast rapper Future and other chart-toppers.
The 2026 tournament was hosted in all three countries and is set to be the largest ever, with 48 nations competing. Also performing in LA were Grammy-winning South African singer Tyla, Brazilian singer-songwriter Anitta, and LISA, from the K-pop group Blackpink.
“Welcome to the USA,” announced a booming voiceover, as a close-up of the city’s famous Hollywood sign flashed on giant screens at the SoFi Stadium, temporarily renamed the Los Angeles Stadium, on Friday.