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IN PHOTOS | FIFA World Cup 2026: Shakira, Burna Boy, Ejae dazzle during opening ceremony

Updated On: 12 June, 2026 02:38 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto

The first of three opening ceremonies saw some of the biggest performers in the world take the stage, and here are a few glimpses

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The global football tournament has begun today, June 11, in Mexico. Photo Courtesy: AFP
The global football tournament has begun today, June 11, in Mexico. Photo Courtesy: AFP
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Italian singer Andrea Bocelli performs during the opening ceremony ahead of the 2026 World Cup at the Mexico City Stadium in Mexico City

Italian singer Andrea Bocelli performs during the opening ceremony ahead of the 2026 World Cup at the Mexico City Stadium in Mexico City

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South Korean–American singer, songwriter, and record producer Ejae performs during the opening ceremony

South Korean–American singer, songwriter, and record producer Ejae performs during the opening ceremony

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Italian singer Andrea Bocelli and South Korean–American singer, songwriter, and record producer Ejae perform during the opening ceremony ahead of the 2026 World Cup Group A football match between Mexico and South Africa

Italian singer Andrea Bocelli and South Korean–American singer, songwriter, and record producer Ejae perform during the opening ceremony ahead of the 2026 World Cup Group A football match between Mexico and South Africa

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Nigerian singer, songwriter, and record producer Burna Boy performs during the opening ceremony, after contributing to the World Cup anthem Dai Dai along with Shakira

Nigerian singer, songwriter, and record producer Burna Boy performs during the opening ceremony, after contributing to the World Cup anthem Dai Dai along with Shakira

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Amid major hype and release of yet another World Cup anthem, Colombian singer, songwriter and producer Shakira performs during the opening ceremony

Amid major hype and release of yet another World Cup anthem, Colombian singer, songwriter and producer Shakira performs during the opening ceremony

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