FIFA World Cup 2026: The first match will be played between Mexico and South Africa. By the time this match begins, it will already be June 12th in India. The match will begin at 12:30 AM.

The world's largest sporting event, the FIFA World Cup 2026, is scheduled to begin on June 11th in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The tournament's first match will be played in Mexico City, between Mexico and South Africa. By the time this match begins, it will already be June 12th in India. In terms of timing, the match will begin at 12:30 AM. Furthermore, due to the tournament being held in three countries, the FIFA World Cup 2026 will have three separate opening ceremonies.

Before the start of the match between Mexico and South Africa, viewers will be treated to a spectacular opening ceremony in Mexico City. Shakira and Burna Boy will be the headliners. The opening ceremony will begin 90 minutes before the match. In India, the opening ceremony can be viewed starting June 11th at 11 p.m.

The second opening ceremony will be held in Toronto, Canada. Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina will face each other in the third match of the tournament. Prior to this match, a second opening ceremony will be held on June 12th at 11:00 PM IST. After this, the host team will face Paraguay in the first match of the World Cup in the United States. This match, to be played at the Los Angeles Stadium, will begin at 6:30 AM IST on June 13th. A grand opening ceremony will be held before the match at 5:00 AM IST, in which famous American singer Katy Perry will perform and entertain the audience.

It's also worth noting that Shakira and Burna Boy will be headlining the tournament's official song, "Dye-Dye." Other performers include Alejandro Fernandez, Belinda, Danny Ocean, J Balvin, Lila Downs, Los Angeles Azules, Mana, and Tyla.