New Delhi, May 9 -- Pop sensation Katy Perry is set to headline the opening ceremony of the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the United States, according to a report by Billboard.

The global sporting event, which will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, is expected to begin with grand celebrations featuring several internationally known music stars.

FIFA recently unveiled the list of performers who will participate in ceremonies ahead of the tournament's opening matches across the host countries. Perry is expected to perform at SoFi Stadium on June 12 before the United States faces Paraguay in one of the opening fixtures of the tournament.

Perry also confirmed the announcement through her Instagram account, sharing her exc...