Rema, Tyla, Others To Perform At 2026 World Cup Opening Ceremony

Nigerian singer Rema has been booked to perform at the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States.

The singer, whose real name is Divine Ikubor, will share the stage in Los Angeles with several global artistes, including Tyla, Future, Katy Perry, Anitta and LISA.

FIFA confirmed the announcement in a statement released on Saturday via its social media pages.

According to FIFA, the 2026 World Cup will feature three separate opening ceremonies across the host nations, the United States, Mexico and Canada.

The event in Los Angeles is scheduled for June 12, 2026, while ceremonies will also take place in Mexico City on June 11 and Toronto on June 12.

FIFA described the celebrations as a major mix of football, music and entertainment that would mark a memorable summer across North America.

“For the first time in FIFA World Cup history, a new benchmark will be set as three spectacular opening ceremonies unfold across Mexico City (11 June), Toronto and Los Angeles (12 June), as Canada, Mexico and the United States come together to launch the greatest show on earth,” the statement read.

It added, “Global superstars Katy Perry, Future, Anitta, LISA, Rema and Tyla will headline the celebrations in Los Angeles, with additional world-renowned artists still to be announced.

“Together, they will bring the sound of the FIFA World Cup 2026 to life for a global audience, delivering a high-energy spectacle that reflects the scale, ambition and cultural power of the tournament itself.” 

The organisation added that the Los Angeles ceremony would start about 90 minutes before kick-off, with supporters encouraged to arrive early for performances and other pre-match activities.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino said the chosen artistes reflect the cultural diversity of the US and the ability of music to unite people from different backgrounds.

“This opening ceremony in Los Angeles represents the extraordinary scale of what the FIFA World Cup 2026 will become.

“The lineup of artists reflects the cultural diversity of the United States and the vibrancy of its many diasporas, highlighting the nation’s rich influence on music, entertainment and pop culture, while showcasing the power of music to bring people together across the country,” Infantino said.

FIFA further disclosed that the ceremony would be produced alongside Balich Wonder Studio and would include large visual displays, storytelling performances and special presentations focused on the World Cup trophy.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature 104 matches played across 16 cities in Canada, Mexico and the United States.

The tournament is scheduled to begin on June 11, 2026, in Mexico City, while the final will take place on July 19, 2026, at the New York New Jersey Stadium.

KanyiDaily recalls that Tyla previously expressed her desire to take Rema on a prom date.