The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature opening ceremonies in all three host countries, beginning with a match in Mexico. The tournament will kick off at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City, which has a capacity of 87,000 spectators. Global superstar Shakira is scheduled to perform as part of the opening ceremony. The first game will see Mexico compete against South Africa, a symbolic repeat of the opening match from the 2010 World Cup. This marks the first time a World Cup has been jointly hosted by three nations: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Further details regarding the ceremonies in the other host countries are expected to be released soon. The expanded tournament format will include 48 teams, up from the previous 32.