Country duo Dan + Shay will sing the American national anthem ahead of the U.S. team's World Cup opening match on Friday.
As the United States and Paraguay take the field for their opening match at Los Angeles Stadium, Dan + Shay will perform the national anthem for the hosts, while Purahei Soul will deliver the national anthem of Paraguay during the pre-match ceremony.
Joining the celebration as a FIFA World Cup 2026 Ambassador, Jason Sudeikis will welcome fans to Los Angeles and celebrate the unifying power of football on the world's biggest stage.
The anthem performances and ambassador appearances will form part of star-studded ceremonies at Los Angeles Stadium. The high-energy celebration will reflect the scale, ambition and cultural influence of the FIFA World Cup 2026, with appearances from Katy Perry, Future, Anitta, LISA, Rema and Tyla.
The show will begin at 4:30 PM local time. Gates will open four hours prior to kick-off, and a full suite of experiences will be on offer, including exclusive activations, rewards and pre-match entertainment.
Subject to availability, match tickets and hospitality packages for the tournament can be found at FIFA.com/tickets.
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