Mexico City dazzles as 2026 World Cup kicks off in style

Author: APPublished on: June 11, 2026Country: Mexico

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Mexico City dazzles as 2026 World Cup kicks off in style

The 2026 World Cup kicked off on Thursday at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City, renamed Mexico City Stadium, with over 80,000 fans. Co-host Mexico played South Africa. The opening ceremony featured performances by Shakira, Burna Boy, J Balvin, Andrea Bocelli, and EJAE. Protests occurred nearby, denouncing the tournament's cost and security measures.

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