How to Watch the 2026 World Cup Opening Ceremony Live in the U.S.

As football fans worldwide turn their attention to the United States, the country is set to host the opening ceremony of the 2026 World Cup. The event will take place early Saturday morning, just before the U.S. national team faces Paraguay in their first match of the tournament.

Viewing the 2026 World Cup Opening Ceremony in the U.S.

The opening ceremony is scheduled to kick off at 4 AM Cairo and Mecca time at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. Organizers are expected to deliver an extraordinary show that matches the grandeur of this major global football event.

Efforts are underway to ensure a spectacular ceremony that rivals those held in Mexico and Canada, the other co-hosting nations. Previous ceremonies featured Colombian superstar Shakira in Mexico and Indian artist Nora Fatehi in Canada, raising expectations for an impressive show in the U.S.

Live Broadcast of the 2026 World Cup Opening Ceremony

A host of international stars are anticipated to participate in performances leading up to the U.S. national team’s opening match, creating a festive atmosphere that reflects the tournament’s prestige and its fanfare.

Fans can catch the live broadcast of the opening ceremony on beIN Sports’ free channels, as well as on Qatar’s Al Kass network, which will stream the event globally.

Post-Ceremony Focus on U.S. vs. Paraguay Match

Following the opening ceremony, attention will shift directly to the highly anticipated match between the United States and Paraguay, set to commence at 4 AM Cairo time as part of the tournament’s schedule.

In related news, reports indicate that former President Donald Trump will not attend his country’s opening match despite hosting duties shared with Mexico and Canada. Instead, Secretary of State Marco Rubio will lead the official U.S. delegation at the game.