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Global Music Fest Kicks Off 2026 FIFA World Cup
11 Jun
Summary
- 2026 FIFA World Cup launched with simultaneous concerts.
- Andrea Bocelli performed in Mexico City, Bryan Adams in Toronto.
- First matches are scheduled for Thursday and Friday.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup officially commenced on Wednesday night with a series of simultaneous countdown concerts held in Mexico City, Toronto, and Los Angeles. These musical events marked the beginning of the highly anticipated global tournament.
In Mexico City, Andrea Bocelli delivered a dramatic opening performance, setting a high standard for the evening. Meanwhile, Toronto hosted Canadian rock veteran Bryan Adams, who performed for thousands at the FIFA Fan Festival site, energizing the crowd with his hits. Other artists like Nora Fatehi and DJ Sanjoy also performed in Toronto.
These concerts served as a prelude to the first matches of the tournament. The inaugural game is set for Thursday between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City. Canada will begin its World Cup campaign on Friday against Bosnia and Herzegovina at BMO Field in Toronto.
