World Cup kicks off in Canada with Alanis Morissette and Michael Bublé performing in opening ceremony

BBC News Friday 12 June 2026, 19:28 UTC 1 min read

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The opening games in Toronto and Los Angeles on Friday include star-studded performances.

World Cup (EVENT) Canada (LOCATION) Alanis Morissette (PERSON) Michael Bublé (PERSON) Toronto (LOCATION) Los Angeles (LOCATION)

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