Today, June 12, the Canadian opening ceremony of the 2026 World Cup began at BMO Field in Toronto. The ceremony started an hour and a half before the match of one of the host countries—Canada—against the national team of Bosnia and Herzegovina, UNN reports.
22:03
The second day of the World Cup in Ottawa officially kicked off with the Canadians taking the opening kickoff at the center of the field.
21:55
The teams have appeared on the pitch. The national anthem of Bosnia and Herzegovina was performed by Aleksandar Gajić on the violin.
The national anthem of Canada was performed by rock singer Alanis Morissette.
21:30
The head coaches have announced the starting lineups
Canada: Crépeau, Johnston, de Fougerolles, Cornelius, Laryea, Buchanan, Koné, Eustáquio, Millar, Oluwaseyi.
Bosnia and Herzegovina: Vasilj, Dedić, Katić, Muharemović, Kolašinac, Bajraktarević, Bašić, Tahirović, Memić, Demirović, Lukić.
21:10
The ceremony concluded with a performance by Jessie Reyez and Elyanna with the song "Illuminate."
20:55
Later, Canadian singer Alessia Cara took the stage, performing the composition "Wild Things."
20:50
The ceremony was officially opened by Canadian folk and country singer William Prince.
20:45
The main stars of the Canadian opening ceremony of the 2026 World Cup will be the legendary Canadian rock artist Bryan Adams, as well as pop singer Michael Bublé. The official national anthem of Canada will be performed live before the game by iconic rock singer Alanis Morissette, while the anthem of Bosnia and Herzegovina will be presented by Aleksandar Gajić. Wyclef Jean, Nora Fatehi, and Vegedream are also involved in the Canadian portion of the celebrations.
Fans have begun to fill the streets of Toronto.
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