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Who’s performing at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup opening ceremony?

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The trophy is displayed prior to the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Play-In match between Los Angeles Football Club and Club America at BMO Stadium on May 31, 2025.
© Luke Hales/Getty ImagesThe trophy is displayed prior to the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Play-In match between Los Angeles Football Club and Club America at BMO Stadium on May 31, 2025.

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is set to kick off with a spectacle that promises to blend music, culture and sport on a global stage. The opening ceremony will spotlight performances designed to capture the tournament’s vibrant spirit.

As anticipation builds, questions swirl about which artists will take center stage. Organizers have hinted at a lineup that bridges international sounds with local flair, aiming to reflect the diverse fanbase of the world’s top clubs.

Beyond the athletic drama to come, the ceremony itself aims to be a memorable cultural moment, setting the tone for a tournament where 32 elite teams compete for glory. The spotlight will be as much on the performers as on the players.

2025 FIFA Club World Cup performers: Opening ceremony lineup

The opening ceremony of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is set to ignite Hard Rock Stadium. This star-studded event will feature performances by French Montana, Swae Lee, Vikina and Richaelio, blending rap and Latin beats to celebrate the global spirit of soccer.

(Source: @FIFACWC)

(Source: @FIFACWC)

The ceremony, produced in creative partnership with Balich Wonder Studio, is themed “A New Era Begins”. It aims to unite fans worldwide through a dynamic showcase of music, movement and meaning.

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Fans can catch the electrifying performance live on DAZN, setting the stage for the tournament’s opening match between Inter Miami and Al Ahly. This event marks the beginning of a historic 32-team competition, featuring global stars.

Is this the first time these artists are performing together?

Yes, this will be the first time that the artists perform together at the FIFA Club World Cup opening ceremony. Their collaboration on June 14 at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium marks a historic moment for the tournament.

The awaited opening ceremony will feature a countdown video highlighting club supporters from every continent, followed by performances from emerging talents Miami-born singer Vikina (also known as Miss 305) and Richaelio.

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French Montana and Swae Lee will then take the stage, delivering a high-energy rap performance that blends melody and momentum. This collaboration is a significant milestone, uniting artists from different musical backgrounds.

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