Shakira, Katy Perry , Alanis Morissette and more are taking the stage for the World Cup opening ceremonies, here's how to watch.

The 2026 World Cup begins with historic ceremonies across the US, Canada and Mexico, launching a record tournament.

Official Anthem sees quartet combine to blend classical vocals, contemporary artistry and electronic production to define the sound of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Alongside live match coverage and expert analysis across TV, radio and the BBC Sport website and app The wait is almost over. The FIFA World Cup 2026 is about to begin - bigger, bolder and more iconic than ever before.

For the first time in history, the FIFA World Cup will feature three separate opening ceremonies, divided across the host nations of the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The 2026 World Cup is officially ready to make history.

Discover the 48 teams taking part in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Canada, Mexico, USA™, including host cities, groups and game dates. Learn more with FIFA.

Here's the rundown on which musical artists will kick off the action across North America.

With the biggest-ever World Cup ready to kick off across Canada, Mexico and the USA, here we look at the key storylines.