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2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off with Shakira at 1st of 3 opening ceremonies

Shakira’s jersey miniskirt and multi-artist spectacle redefine the 2026 World Cup’s opening ceremony as a cultural milestone

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📍 How it ended

Speculation arose over whether Shakira used a body double during her performance, while her custom Off-White outfit made from soccer jerseys became a focal point of the event. Coverage of the ceremony quieted without further updates on its impact or resolution of the body double claims.

Epilogue added 42d ago, after coverage quieted.

The brief

The ceremony also included local Mexican talent and a mix of traditional and modern performances, blending cultural celebration with global sports excitement. Major outlets—including *The Guardian*, *Forbes*, *Billboard*, and *BBC*—focus on the ceremony’s fusion of entertainment and education, with *Yahoo* and *Euronews* spotlighting Shakira’s fashion statement and speculation about potential body doubles. *ESPN* and *CBS Sports* provide real-time updates, while *WRAL* and *olympics.com* emphasize the broader artistic lineup across all three host nations (Mexico, Canada, and the U.S.).

Next steps include monitoring reactions to Shakira’s performance and outfit, potential follow-up ceremonies in Canada and the U.S., and how fan engagement in Mexico City sets the tone for the tournament’s cultural impact. Coverage does not yet specify details about the ceremony’s halftime show or further artistic collaborations.

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Quick answers

Who performed at the Mexico City opening ceremony?

Shakira headlined alongside Burna Boy, J Balvin, and local Mexican artists. Additional performers were announced for ceremonies in Canada and the U.S.

What was unique about Shakira’s outfit?

Her Off-White micro miniskirt was made entirely of soccer jerseys, as reported by *Yahoo* and *Billboard*.

Are there more ceremonies planned?

Yes. Opening ceremonies are also scheduled for Canada and the U.S., with lineups detailed by *Forbes* and *olympics.com*.

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2026 FIFA World Cup Shakira Mexico City opening ceremony Latin music sports fashion FIFA tournaments

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