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 kicks off with not just one celebration but three this summer. This year's World Cup, which kicks off June 11, will hold three separate opening ceremonies in Mexico, the United States and Canada.

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

The biggest ever World Cup is fast approaching, with the fixtures and locations all confirmed.

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.

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.