🕺Each one better than the last: World Cup opening acts in Mexico

🕺Each one better than the last: World Cup opening acts in Mexico

Mexico is ready to make history. On June 11, Mexico City Stadium will be the epicenter of global football with the opening of the 2026 World Cup. To celebrate the country becoming the first to host three World Cups, FIFA has confirmed a star-studded musical lineup led by two pillars of national music: Los Ángeles Azules and Maná.

An international all-star lineup

Football’s governing body announced in a statement that the ceremony before the match between Mexico and South Africa will feature a constellation of artists. In addition to cumbia from Iztapalapa and rock from Guadalajara, the stage will welcome stars such as Alejandro Fernández, Belinda, J Balvin, Danny Ocean, Lila Downs, and Tyla. This blend of rhythms aims to deliver an unforgettable show that fuses Mexican tradition with global modernity.

The beginning of a historic tournament

The choice of artists is no coincidence. Los Ángeles Azules have already collaborated with FIFA by releasing the song "Por ella" alongside Belinda, while Maná, with more than 40 million records sold, was founded in 1986, the year of the last World Cup on Mexican soil.

With massive choreographies and top-level production, the opening ceremony will mark the start of a tournament in which Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey will share the spotlight.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.