FIFA World Cup 2026 Toronto Opening Ceremony Highlights: Nora Fatehi Lights Up Arena With Electric Performance

The Toronto opening ceremony will begin at 11:00 PM IST/ 1:30 PM ET on Friday, June 12, at BMO Field in Toronto. The viewers in India can watch it on Unite8 channel, ZEE5 app and website.

“The opening ceremony in Toronto will be a powerful reflection of Canada’s identity."

• June 12 vs Bosnia and Herzegovina – Toronto

• June 18 vs Qatar – Vancouver

• June 23 vs Switzerland – Vancouver

Alanis Morissette will sing the Canadian national anthem and Aleksandar Gajic will deliver the national anthem of Bosnia-Herzegovina. Actor and comedian Will Arnett will also be seen. Toronto's line-up involves Alessia Cara, Elyanna, Jessie Reyez, Nora Fatehi, Sanjoy, Vegedream, William Prince, and the Michael Buble.

The ceremony is about to begin at the Toronto Stadium.

William Prince, a Canadian singer of aboriginal background, narrates a choreographed performance of traditional music and dance.

Alessia Cara is up next as she performs her hit tracks, "Wild Things' and 'Fire'.

Indian fans just would not want to miss this - Nora Fatehi is here! She takes the stage alongside Vegedream and Sanjoy.

Jessie Reyez and Elyanna have joined the party. The duo perform Illuminate, one of 18 official FIFA World Cup 2026 song.

The opening ceremony has concluded with the match now an hour's time away from kick-off.

As highlighted earlier, Alanis Morissette will perform the Canadian national anthem and Aleksandar Gajic will sing the BIH national anthem. Michael Buble will also have an appearance.