14 May,2026 12:46 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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BLACKPINK's Lisa is set to perform at the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, joining an international lineup that includes Katy Perry, Rema, Future, Tyla, and Anitta. FIFA recently confirmed the star-studded musical acts for the tournament's opening celebrations, generating huge excitement among football and music fans worldwide.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be historic for several reasons, including the fact that it will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Unlike previous editions, FIFA will organise three separate opening ceremonies across the host nations, each designed to reflect the culture and entertainment identity of the respective country. Lisa is expected to perform at the United States ceremony, which will take place at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on June 12, 2026.
Fans across social media have especially celebrated Lisa's inclusion, as she becomes one of the few K-pop artists to perform at a FIFA World Cup event. Reports suggest she will also become the first Thai artist and the first female K-pop act to headline a FIFA World Cup opening ceremony, marking another milestone in her rapidly expanding global career. Her participation further highlights K-pop's growing influence on international sporting and entertainment platforms.
The Los Angeles ceremony is expected to feature a massive live production combining music, football, and visual storytelling before the opening match between the United States and Paraguay. Alongside Lisa, performers including Katy Perry, Future, Rema, Tyla, and Anitta are expected to deliver live sets during the celebration. FIFA President Gianni Infantino has described the ceremonies as a global cultural showcase aimed at bringing together music, sport, and national identity.
The Mexico ceremony, scheduled for June 11 in Mexico City, will reportedly feature artists such as Maná, Alejandro Fernández, Belinda, and J Balvin. Canada's opening celebration in Toronto will include Alanis Morissette, Michael Bublé, Alessia Cara, Jessie Reyez, and Nora Fatehi. FIFA's decision to host multiple opening events is being viewed as an attempt to give each host nation its own unique cultural spotlight during the tournament.
Lisa's appearance at the World Cup opening ceremony adds another major achievement to her solo career outside BLACKPINK. Over the past few years, she has expanded her global reach through music releases, fashion collaborations, acting opportunities, and international performances. Fans are now eagerly waiting to see what kind of stage production and performance concept she will bring to one of the world's biggest sporting events.
