World Cup kicks off in US as Katy Perry, Future headline opening ceremony (opens original article in a new tab)

The 2026 FIFA World Cup began in the US with a celebrity-filled opening ceremony in Los Angeles, followed by the US vs Paraguay match, as Mexico and Canada had previously played their opening games.

• World Cup opened in US with Hollywood-style ceremony featuring celebrities and performers
• US fans attended match with themed costumes while Paraguay supporters also present
• Mexico and Canada had already played their opening matches with mixed results