World Cup begins in Canada with opening ceremony featuring Morissette and Bublé
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 7:30 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
The 2026 World Cup officially kicks off in Canada with an opening ceremony in Toronto. Music icons Alanis Morissette and Michael Bublé performed for fans, who entered the stadium singing the national anthem. The opening ceremony was part of a broader event that began a day earlier in Mexico City. The tournament marks the first World Cup hosted by Canada, the US, and Mexico together, featuring 48 nations competing. Later matches are scheduled, including the US against Paraguay in Los Angeles, which will also feature star performances.
- •Opening ceremony includes performances by Alanis Morissette and Michael Bublé.
- •Fans celebrated by singing Canada's national anthem upon entering the stadium.
- •The tournament features 48 competing teams across three host countries.
- •The first match in Canada is against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- •US match in Los Angeles later today will feature performances by Katy Perry and Future.
- 7:30 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup kicks off in Canada with Alanis Morissette and Michael Bublé performing in opening ceremony
"The opening games in Toronto and Los Angeles on Friday include star-studded performances.
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