Nigerian Afrobeats star Rema has been named to an all-star lineup of global music stars such as South African artist Tyla, American rapper Future, pop queen Katy Perry, Brazilian singer Anitta, and BLACKPINK member LISA that will headline the 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony in Los Angeles on June 12, 2026.
This star-studded lineup will kick off the tournament, featuring additional performances for the first time across three nations (USA, Canada, and Mexico).
FIFA confirmed this in a statement issued on Saturday via its official Twitter account.
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“For the first time in FIFA World Cup history, a new benchmark will be set as three spectacular opening ceremonies unfold across Mexico City (11 June) and Toronto and Los Angeles (12 June) as Canada, Mexico, and the United States come together to launch the greatest show on earth,” the statement read.
It added, “Global superstars Katy Perry, Future, Anitta, LISA, Rema, and Tyla will headline the celebrations in Los Angeles, with additional world-renowned artists still to be announced.
“Together, they will bring the sound of the FIFA World Cup 2026 to life for a global audience, delivering a high-energy spectacle that reflects the scale, ambition, and cultural power of the tournament itself,” it added.
The organization also indicated that the ceremony in Los Angeles would begin 90 minutes before kickoff, with supporters invited to arrive early for pre-match entertainment and activities.
