Rema Joins Other Global Artists for 2026 FIFA World Cup Opening Ceremony
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Nigerian Afrobeats star Rema is set to perform at the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The singer, whose real name is Divine Ikubor, will take to the stage in the United States as part of the celebrations held across the three host nations.
The announcement was made by FIFA on Instagram, unveiling a star-studded line-up designed to showcase the cultural diversity of the US. Rema will share the spotlight with a host of global icons, including American rapper Future, pop star Katy Perry, Brazil’s Anitta, South African singer Tyla, and K-pop sensation LISA.
FIFA confirmed that the ceremony, which takes place in Los Angeles, will reflect the sheer scale of the 2026 tournament—the biggest World Cup in history.
“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,” FIFA stated.
The global football governing body added that the lineup “reflects the cultural diversity of the United States and the vibrance of its many diasporas,” while highlighting “the power of music to bring people together across the country.”
This will mark another major international stage for Rema, who continues to solidify his position as one of Africa’s leading global music exports.
Last Thursday, Colombian superstar Shakira unveiled ‘Dai Dai’ as the official theme song for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, featuring Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Burna Boy.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. It kicks off on June 11, 2026, with the opening match at the iconic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.
