With the FIFA World Cup 2022 just around the corner, all eyes are on the Middle East. The stakes are higher than ever as the best football players get ready to lead their countries to victory in Qatar.
Before the competition starts, preliminary activities are often completed, including the opening ceremony with fun entertainment.
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For the first time ever, Qatar will host the competition. In addition, it will be Asia’s second World Cup after the 2002 competition, which was held in South Korea and Japan.
FIFA World Cup opening ceremony: US date and time
The opening ceremony for the 2022 World Cup will take place, as usual, about two hours before the tournament’s first match.
Prior to the Qatar vs. Ecuador game on November 20, there will be an opening ceremony. The following information includes the opening ceremony’s timing and date in the United States:
Time: 6 a.m. PT/ 9 a.m. EST
Date: November 20 (Sunday)
Location: Al Bayt Stadium, Qatar
Al Bayt Stadium with the capacity of 60,000 will host the opening game of the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
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A FIFA statement elucidated, “The change ensures the continuity of a long-standing tradition of marking the start of the FIFA World Cup with an opening ceremony on the occasion of the first match featuring either the hosts or the defending champions.”
Furthermore, it added, “The decision followed an assessment of the competition and operational implications, as well as a thorough consultation process and an agreement with key stakeholders and the host country.”
The organizers of the event changed the initial date of the event from November 21 to November 20.
Where to watch the World Cup opening ceremony in the US?
The opening ceremony of the 2022 World Cup will be watched on television and online in various locations throughout the world, drawing a sizable worldwide audience.
In the US, FOX and Telemundo stations will broadcast the FIFA World Cup opening ceremony. However, live streaming of the opening ceremony will also be available online.
Fans in the US can watch live streams on Telemundo Deportes En Vivo, the FOX Sports app, and Fubo TV.
List of stars performing at the FIFA World Cup 2022
Opening ceremonies are a standard component of big athletic events, and FIFA has a history of producing spectacles with a star-studded lineup.
The 2022 event appears prepared to deliver on this front as well, with music legends scheduled to introduce the competition.
The formal confirmation of Bollywood star Nora Fatehi is a significant development for the Indian entertainment sector.
2022 FIFA world cup will be held in Qatar Al bayt Stadium with the capacity of 60,000
Jungkook is part of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Soundtrack and will be performing at the World Cup opening ceremony. pic.twitter.com/RkbdYBbs5j
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The other performer at the ceremony is K-Pop superstar and BTS singer Jung Kook. According to reports, the Black Eyed Peas and J. Balvin will also perform.
Along with Lil Baby, another name offered is that of the Nigerian musician Kizz Daniel.
Dua Lipa, who was allegedly scheduled to play at the most renowned tournament’s opening ceremony, has denied these rumors, which would disappoint British fans.
In the latter part of September, American rapper Lil Baby unveiled the World Cup’s official anthem. Shortly after, he tweeted to confirm that he would be participating in the opening ceremony of the competition.
Will Smith, Robbie Williams, and Aida Garifullina, among others, performed at the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
