The 2026 World Cup opening ceremonies will be hosted separately by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

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FIFA announced on the 8th that the 2026 World Cup host countries Mexico, Canada, and the United States will each host an opening ceremony. FIFA President Infantino stated, “Starting in Mexico City, then Toronto and Los Angeles, these opening ceremonies will blend music, culture, and football, reflecting the uniqueness of each country and showcasing the spirit of unity represented by this tournament… This will be a powerful way to kick off a global celebration.” The Mexico-Canada-USA World Cup will kick off on June 11, with the opening match between Mexico and South Africa, held in Mexico City. FIFA said in a statement that 90 minutes before the match, Mexico will open this grandest show on Earth with an “unprecedented opening ceremony.” Canada will host the opening ceremony in Toronto on June 12, after which the Canadian team will face Bosnia. The United States will hold its opening ceremony in Los Angeles on June 12, followed by the U.S. team’s group stage match against Paraguay. The Mexico-Canada-USA World Cup will be held from June 11 to July 19 across 16 cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This is the first World Cup with 48 teams participating, and the number of matches has significantly increased to 104. (Xinhua)

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