Soccer fever has hit Los Angeles with the 23rd FIFA World Cup at SoFi Stadium.

On Friday, ahead of the U.S.A. vs Paraguay match, stars like Paris Hilton, Jaafar Jackson, Rob Lowe, Will Forte, Becky G, Josh Peck and more walked the red carpet for L.A.’s Opening Ceremony as they showed their support for the home team.

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With Dan + Shay performing the U.S. national anthem, and Paraguay’s Purahei Soul singing ‘Himno Nacional Paraguayo’, the ceremony also featured performances by Katy Perry, Future, Blackpink’s Lisa, Anitta, Remi and Tyla.

Running June 11-19, with 48 teams competing in matches hosted by 16 different cities, the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicked off Thursday with Mexico beating South Africa (2-o) and South Korea besting Czechia (2-1). Earlier on Friday, Canada tied with Bosnia and Herzegovina (1-1).

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Scroll on to see red carpet and performance photos from the FIFA World Cup 2026 U.S. Opening Ceremony.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony — Arrivals

Paris Hilton at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony held at SoFi Stadium on June 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
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Paris Hilton attends the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony on June 12, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony — Arrivals

Paris Hilton at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony held at SoFi Stadium on June 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
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Paris Hilton attends the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony on June 12, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony — Arrivals

Paris Hilton at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony held at SoFi Stadium on June 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
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Paris Hilton attends the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony on June 12, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony — Arrivals

Jaafar Jackson at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony held at SoFi Stadium on June 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
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Jaafar Jackson attends the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony on June 12, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony — Arrivals

Jaafar Jackson at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony held at SoFi Stadium on June 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
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Jaafar Jackson attends the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony on June 12, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony — Arrivals

Jaafar Jackson at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony held at SoFi Stadium on June 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
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Jaafar Jackson attends the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony on June 12, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony — Arrivals

Rob Lowe at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony held at SoFi Stadium on June 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
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Rob Lowe attends the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony on June 12, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony — Arrivals

Rob Lowe at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony held at SoFi Stadium on June 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
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Rob Lowe attends the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony on June 12, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony — Arrivals

Gerran Howell and Taylor Dearden at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony held at SoFi Stadium on June 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
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Gerran Howell and Taylor Dearden attend the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony on June 12, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony — Arrivals

Taylor Dearden at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony held at SoFi Stadium on June 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
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Taylor Dearden attends the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony on June 12, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony — Arrivals

Becky G at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony held at SoFi Stadium on June 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
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Becky G attends the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony on June 12, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony — Arrivals

Becky G at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony held at SoFi Stadium on June 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
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Becky G attends the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony on June 12, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony — Arrivals

Will Forte at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony held at SoFi Stadium on June 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
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Will Forte attends the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony on June 12, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony — Arrivals

William Stanford Davis at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony held at SoFi Stadium on June 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
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William Stanford Davis attends the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony on June 12, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony — Arrivals

Josh Peck at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony held at SoFi Stadium on June 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
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Josh Peck attends the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony on June 12, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony — Arrivals

Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony held at SoFi Stadium on June 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
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Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje attends the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony on June 12, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony — Arrivals

Guillermo Rodriguez at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony held at SoFi Stadium on June 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
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Guillermo Rodriguez attends the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony on June 12, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony — Arrivals

Elmo, Cookie Monster at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony held at SoFi Stadium on June 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
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Elmo and Cookie Monster attend the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony on June 12, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony — Performances

Katy Perry performs at the Opening Ceremony prior to 2026 FIFA World Cup First Stage Group D match between USA and Paraguay on June 12, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony — Performances

Katy Perry performs at the Opening Ceremony prior to 2026 FIFA World Cup First Stage Group D match between USA and Paraguay on June 12, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony — Performances

Lisa and Annita perform at the Opening Ceremony prior to 2026 FIFA World Cup First Stage Group D match between USA and Paraguay on June 12, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony — Performances

Lisa performs at the Opening Ceremony prior to 2026 FIFA World Cup First Stage Group D match between USA and Paraguay on June 12, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony — Performances

Future performs at the Opening Ceremony prior to 2026 FIFA World Cup First Stage Group D match between USA and Paraguay on June 12, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California.