Mexican pop singer Belinda and the group Los Ángeles Azules performed together during the FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony on June 11, 2026 [1].
The collaboration served as a centerpiece of a larger effort to highlight the cultural identities of the three host nations—Canada, Mexico, and the U.S.—before the start of the tournament [2].
The performance took place at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City [1, 2]. The artists shared the stage to perform the song "Por Ella" as part of a star-studded lineup designed to kick off the global event [2, 3].
FIFA said the ceremony aimed to showcase the diverse cultures of the North American hosts [2]. The event featured multiple high-profile performers, including Belinda, who took the stage following a send-off from Salma Hayek [3].
The choice of Estadio Azteca for the opening festivities emphasizes the historical significance of the venue within the sport and the region [1]. By pairing a contemporary pop icon like Belinda with the traditional sound of Los Ángeles Azules, the production sought to bridge different generations of Mexican musical influence for a global audience [2, 3].
Organizers said they coordinated the event to ensure a high-energy start to the competition, utilizing the scale of the Mexico City stadium to project the host nations' unity [2]. The performance of "Por Ella" contributed to the celebratory atmosphere intended to welcome international teams and fans to the region [2, 3].
“Belinda and the group Los Ángeles Azules performed together during the FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony”
The integration of both traditional and modern Mexican music at the Estadio Azteca ceremony reflects a strategic effort by FIFA and the host committees to project a multifaceted cultural image of Mexico. By leveraging the global reach of the World Cup, the performance serves as a soft-power tool to promote Latin American artistry to a worldwide audience during one of the most-watched sporting events in history.
