Nigerian singer Rema, K-pop star LISA from BLACKPINK, and Brazilian singer-songwriter Anitta performed their new single “Goals” at the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Los Angeles, California.
The spectacular performance took place at SoFi Stadium ahead of the tournament’s opening match between France and Canada, bringing together music and football culture from three continents. Fans experienced the energy of LISA, Anitta and Rema during the spectacular opening ceremony at Los Angeles Stadium, watching the full performance online and experiencing the music, culture and excitement that helped launch football’s greatest tournament.
Rema, the Nigerian rapper, shared an incredible experience performing with LISA and Anitta at the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Instagram. The trio performed “Goals” live – the song they created specifically for the FIFA World Cup – marking a groundbreaking moment with LISA appearing as possibly the first K-pop artist to perform at the World Cup opening ceremony.
LISA performs alongside Nigerian rapper Rema and Brazilian singer-songwriter Anitta during the opening ceremony of the 2026 World Cup football tournament, creating a memorable multicultural performance. LISA and Anitta later shared a cute moment together after their World Cup opening ceremony performance in the U.S., highlighting the warmth between the two artists.
Billboard reported that LISA, Anitta and Rema brought “Goals” to the U.S. opening ceremony for the 2026 World Cup, marking another significant moment in the tournament’s launch. The performance has been viewed widely on social media platforms including TikTok, YouTube and Instagram, with fans celebrating the international collaboration.
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Rema, LISA and Anitta perform “Goals” at World Cup 2026 opening ceremony
Nigerian singer Rema, K-pop star LISA from BLACKPINK, and Brazilian singer-songwriter Anitta performed their new single "Goals" at the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Los Angeles, California. The spectacular performance took place at SoFi Stadium ahead of the tournament's opening match between France and Canada, bringing together music and football culture from three continents. Fans experienced the energy of LISA, Anitta and Rema during the spectacular opening ceremony at Los Angeles Stadium, watching the full performance online and experiencing the music, culture and excitement that helped launch football's greatest tournament. Rema, the Nigerian rapper, shared an incredible experience performing with LISA and Anitta at the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Instagram. The trio performed "Goals" live - the song they created specifically for the FIFA World Cup - marking a groundbreaking moment […]
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