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Shakira and Burna Boy perform before World Cup opening match

The Colombian singer-songwriter performed Dai Dai with Burna Boy at the event on Thursday.

Evening Standard

Infantino’s rebrand and long haul games: five takeaways from World Cup opener

Mexico City played host to this year’s first game as an emotionally charged Azteca witnessed Shakira’s big return

The Guardian - UK

Mexico brush past ill-disciplined South Africa to launch World Cup party

Mexico's Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez punished an indisciplined South Africa on Thursday night in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup.

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Welcome Back, Shakira—The World Cup Missed Her Custom Opening Ceremony Outfits

It's like she never left.

Marie Claire

Mexico 2-0 South Africa LIVE: Watch World Cup 2026 opener, free streams, team news

Here's how to watch Mexico vs South Africa from anywhere as the World Cup begins in Mexico City.

TechRadar

From Lila Downs to Salma, Shakira, Bocelli,Los Ángeles Azules and Balvin Bars:A Review of the Wildest World Cup Opening Yet

The World Cup 2026 inauguration at Estadio Aztecawas a vivid, musical celebration meant to usher in the biggest edition of the tournament, the first hosted across three countries, but its blend of folklore, pop and urban flavors felt at once ambitious and uneven

Latin Times

SOC:Shakira and Latin flair sparkle at opening ceremony

Shakira tops the bill as World Cup 2026 gets underway with a spectacular opening ceremony at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City.

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Shakira and Latin flair sparkle at opening ceremony

Shakira tops the bill as World Cup 2026 gets underway with a spectacular opening ceremony at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City.

AAP

Shakira and Burna Boy kick off World Cup 2026 party as opening ceremony gets tournament underway in style

World Cup begins with star-studded opening ceremony in Mexico City before joint hosts win dramatic first game

Evening Standard

Photos from the spectacular World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City

A star-studded opening ceremony featuring Shakira, Burna Boy and J Balvin kicked off the 2026 World Cup before a crowd of more than 80,000 at the revamped Azteca Stadium in Mexico City. Mexico opened the 48-team tournament against South Africa as the competition began amid escalating protests and social tensions…

The Independent UK

Mexico vs South Africa: What is the weather forecast for World Cup opener?

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The Independent UK

Shakira reveals secret behind a memorable World Cup anthem

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The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 live: South Korea beat Czechia after dramatic turnaround in Group A clash

There were more red cards than goals in the opening game of the World Cup as co-hosts Mexico cruised to a comfortable win before South Korea overcame Czechia

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 opening ceremony: Everything you need to know

The World Cup starts with co-hosts Mexico taking on South Africa

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How to watch World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremonies: Free Streams & TV Channels

All the ways for you to stream the opening ceremony of the World Cup as Michael Buble, Shakira, Burna Boy and Katy Perry performing.

The National (Scotland)

What time does the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony start today?

TODAY sees this summer’s World Cup kick off in Mexico City with co-hosts Mexico taking on South Africa

BANG Premier

Noel Gallagher scoffs at Chris Martin’s World Cup halftime show

Noel Gallagher says football doesn’t need a Super Bowl‑style halftime show - and he’s not impressed with Chris Martin’s star‑studded lineup.

The Guardian - UK

World Cup 2026: countdown to kick-off in Mexico, Somali referee to officiate Uefa Super Cup – as it happened

Thursday’s latest news before the World Cup opener between Mexico and South Africa

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The Independent UK

The secrets behind a memorable World Cup anthem, from Shakira and more

What makes a memorable FIFA World Cup anthem

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup Opening Ceremony Time in India: When and where to watch US, Canada, Mexico live streamings, performers list

FIFA World Cup Opening Ceremony 2026 live streaming India Date Time IST: The FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off with grand opening ceremonies across Mexico, Canada, and the United States. Global music stars Shakira, Burna Boy, and J Balvin will perform. The tournament, the biggest ever with 48 teams, promises…

The Guardian - UK

TV rights holders frustrated over World Cup final half-time show delay

Fifa are still to confirm the length of the show despite multiple requests, with the delays causing issues for broadcasters and advertising teams

Sports Illustrated

Every Non-Soccer Celebrity at the 2026 World Cup This Summer

A host of non-soccer stars are expected to have some role to play at the biggest World Cup in the competition’s history.

BANG Premier

Shakira nearly retired from the music business, but why?

Pop star Shakira has admitted that she nearly retired from making music.

Latin Times

Shakira Lands in Mexico Days Before FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony — Calls It 'Home'

The Colombian icon touched down in Mexico City ahead of her headline performance at the World Cup opener on June 11 — and her first stop after landing? A photo with the Virgin of Guadalupe.

Sports Illustrated

FIFA Makes Major Pre-Match Change Ahead of 2026 World Cup

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be unlike any previous edition of the tournament, for several reasons.

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