Buble, Morissette among starry lineup at Canadian World Cup opening ceremony
Posted on: May 09, 2026 06:57 IST | Posted by: Cbc
canadian river artists Michael Buble and Alanis Morissette testament be among a star-studded police lineup of performers at the FIFA domain transfuse opening ceremony in Toronto in June.
FIFA has announced separate opening ceremonies in each of the three host countries this year.
The Canadian opening ceremony is set for June 12, before Canada kicks off its tournament against Bosnia-Herzegovina.
Other Canadian stars in the lineup include Jessie Reyez, Alessia Cara and William Prince.
The 2026 World Cup will feature 104 matches across Canada, the United States and Mexico and runs from June 11 to July 19.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino says the ceremony in Toronto will be a "powerful reflection of Canada's identity."
"Through music, culture and unforgettable performances, we will welcome the world with a celebration that is uniquely Canadian while also connected to a larger story unfolding across Mexico and the United States," Infantino said in a statement.
"It will be a moment of pride, unity and anticipation as Canada takes its place on football's biggest stage."
Katy Perry will perform at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, on June 12 before the first World Cup game in the United States, as FIFA announced entertainment Friday night before the initial matches in all three nations that will host games in the expanded 48-nation tournament.
Rappers Future, Lisa and Tyla, singer Anitta, singer/rapper Rema and DJ Sanjoy will be part of the ceremony before the U.S. Plays Paraguay.
Entertainment before the tournament opener between Mexico and South Africa at Mexico City's Azteca Stadium in June 11 will include Tyla along with singers Alejandro Fernandez, Danny Ocean, Lila Downs, Belinda and J Balvin and the groups Los Angeles Azules and Mana.
Ceremonies are scheduled to start 90 minutes before kickoff.
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