FIFA Unveils Star-Studded Countdown Concerts Ahead of 2026 World Cup
FIFA has announced a series of Countdown Concerts to mark the final day before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, bringing together internationally acclaimed artists in simultaneous performances across Mexico City, Los Angeles and Toronto.
The June 10 concerts, organized in collaboration with the Recording Academy (The Grammys), will unite fans across the tournament's three host nations through a synchronized celebration of football, music and culture.
Mexico City's concert will be held at the Auditorio Nacional, where Los Ángeles Azules will headline alongside Belinda and Elena Rose. The performance forms part of the México Vibra concert, with FIFA also teasing a surprise guest appearance.
In the United States, Major Lazer, led by Diplo, will headline the Los Angeles show alongside Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido. FIFA has confirmed that additional performers will be announced before the event.
Toronto's concert will feature Canadian rock legend Bryan Adams, with performances from Nora Fatehi, Sanjoy, Vegedream, AHI and Wyclef Jean, creating a diverse musical lineup spanning multiple genres.
Fans around the world will be able to watch the concerts live through FIFA's digital platforms, including the official FIFA World Cup TikTok channel, with broadcasts synchronized across all three host cities on the eve of football's biggest tournament.
The Countdown Concerts form part of FIFA's broader entertainment programme ahead of the expanded 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will feature 48 national teams and be jointly hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States for the first time. The global celebration is expected to attract millions of viewers as anticipation builds for the tournament's opening match.