Alanis Morissette To Perform in Canada
As the United States takes the field for its opening match at the FIFA World Cup 2026™, Dan + Shay and Purahei Soul will mark the occasion with performances of the competing nations’ national anthems at Los Angeles Stadium during the pre-match ceremony.
Joining the celebration as a FIFA World Cup 2026 Ambassador, Jason Sudeikis will welcome fans to Los Angeles and celebrate the unifying power of football on the world’s biggest stage. Dan + Shay will perform the national anthem for the hosts, while Purahei Soul will deliver the national anthem of Paraguay, creating a powerful moment ahead of kick-off on Friday, 12 June.
The anthem performances and ambassador appearances will form part of star-studded ceremonies at Los Angeles Stadium. The high-energy celebration will reflect the scale, ambition and cultural influence of the FIFA World Cup 2026, with appearances from Katy Perry, Future, Anitta, LISA, Rema and Tyla. Fans at the stadium will play an active role in the show starting with the opening ceremony and should plan to arrive early as the show will begin at 16:30 local time. Gates will open four hours prior to kick-off, and a full suite of experiences will be on offer, including exclusive activations, rewards and pre-match entertainment.
Expanded lineup revealed for FIFA World Cup 2026™ ceremonies in Canada
Alanis Morissette to perform Canada national anthem, alongside Aleksandar Gajić, performing Bosnia and Herzegovina national anthem As Canada takes centre stage for its historic opening match at the FIFA World Cup 2026™ at Toronto Stadium on Friday, 12 June, a dynamic lieup of artists, performers and a FIFA World Cup 2026 Ambassador will welcome the world to Toronto with a celebration of music, culture and football ahead of kick-off.
Canada’s pre-match ceremony will feature performances of the national anthems, with Alanis Morissette performing the Canadian national anthem and Aleksandar Gajić delivering the national anthem of Bosnia and Herzegovina. A FIFA World Cup 2026™ Ambassador, actor and comedian Will Arnett will also take part in the pre-match ceremony, welcoming fans to Toronto in the spirit of unity that defines the FIFA World Cup™.
The special performances will form part of the FIFA World Cup 2026 ceremonies, a celebration inspired by Canada’s communities, rich diversity and the unifying power of football. Taking place 90 minutes before kick-off at Toronto Stadium, the opening ceremony will bring together a diverse lineup of artists whose music reflects the global spirit of the tournament, including Alessia Cara, Elyanna, Jessie Reyez, Michael Bublé, Nora Fatehi, Sanjoy, Vegedream and William Prince. Fans at the stadium will play an active role in the show and should plan to arrive early, as the opening ceremony will start at 13:30 local time.
Gates will open four hours prior to kick-off. and a full suite of experiences will be on offer, including exclusive activations, rewards and pre-match entertainment. Subject to availability, match tickets and hospitality packages for the tournament can be found at . FIFA reminds fans that FIFA.com/tickets is the official and preferred source for FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets, and fans should check the site regularly for additional tickets that are made available on an ongoing basis. Additionally, the official Resale/Exchange Marketplace is also available at FIFA.com/tickets for eligible ticket holders.
More special guests revealed for FIFA World Cup 2026™ ceremonies in Mexico City
Alejandro Fernández to sing Mexico national anthem, alongside Tyla, singing the South Africa national anthem Mexican-American Academy Award-nominated actress, director and producer Salma Hayek Pinault to take the pitch as FIFA World Cup 2026™ Ambassador Ryan Castro to join J Balvin on the global stage in a special performance As the world gathers in Mexico City for the opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2026™, a dynamic line-up of artists and special guests will take centre stage at the opening and pre-match ceremonies at Mexico City Stadium.
Fans at the stadium will have an active role to play in the show and should plan to arrive early, as the opening ceremony will start at 11:30 local time. Gates will open four hours prior to kick-off and a full suite of experiences will be on offer, including exclusive activations, rewards and pre-match entertainment.
Representing the host nation, Alejandro Fernández will perform the Mexican national anthem, while Tyla will perform the national anthem of South Africa, creating a powerful moment of pride before the tournament officially gets underway. Joining the pre-match ceremony, FIFA World Cup 2026 Ambassador Salma Hayek Pinault will welcome fans to Mexico City and celebrate the unifying spirit of football on the global stage. Hot off their recent collaborations, Ryan Castro will join J Balvin on stage during the opening ceremony for a powerful performance.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 ceremonies in Mexico City will feature a celebration of football, music and culture that will mark the start of the biggest FIFA World Cup™ in history. Taking place 90 minutes before kick-off at Mexico City Stadium, the opening ceremony will showcase some of the most exciting voices in global music, bringing the Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Album to life with performances from Belinda, Burna Boy, Danny Ocean, J Balvin, Lila Downs, Los Ángeles Azules, Maná and Shakira. By hosting the tournament curtain-raiser, Mexico will kick-off a trilogy of opening ceremonies that will continue across Canada and the United States.