As the lights at the stadium blaze and the World Cup 2026 opening ceremony officially takes place, a summer filled with football emotions also begins. Not only a festival for fans, this is also an opportunity for parents and kids to share the joy of the round ball in a more intimate way.
From exciting matches on screen to creative play activities at home, this year's World Cup promises to bring many memorable moments for the whole family.
A historic milestone for the world's biggest football festival
This year's World Cup marks an unprecedented milestone as the tournament expands to 48 teams.
According to the official FIFA announcement, to match this scale, the organizers have decided to offer a unique experience: a series of three separate opening ceremonies held in the three co-host countries—Mexico, Canada, and the United States.
Each ceremony is designed to carry the rich cultural identities of the host nations, creating a festive atmosphere that spans across different time zones.
Detailed World Cup 2026 opening broadcast schedule by Vietnam time
To ensure you don't miss any historic moments of this world's biggest football festival, knowing the broadcast times is essential for every family.
Due to the large time difference, the opening ceremonies and group-stage matches will take place in late-night and early-morning time slots in Vietnam:
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Event |
Time (Vietnam Time) |
Location |
Live Channel |
|
Opening Ceremony 1 (Mexico) |
00:30 on 12/06/2026 |
Azteca Stadium (Mexico City) |
VTV3, VTV6, VTV9, VTV10, VTVgo, FPT Play |
|
Opening Ceremony 2 (Canada) |
02:00 on 13/06/2026 |
BMO Field (Toronto) |
VTV3, VTV6, VTV9, VTV10, VTVgo, FPT Play |
|
Opening Ceremony 3 (USA) |
08:00 on 13/06/2026 |
SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles) |
VTV3, VTV6, VTV9, VTV10, VTVgo, FPT Play |
Grand artistic highlights and the surprising appearance at Azteca Stadium
Under the direction of renowned Italian chief artistic director Marco Balich, the FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony, the first in Mexico City, this early morning delivered a sensational musical feast.
On the grass of the legendary Azteca Stadium, opera tenor Andrea Bocelli delivered a heartfelt performance with the theme song "DNA" alongside the support of David Guetta.
Continuing that sacred atmosphere, Latin pop queen Shakira together with star Burna Boy heated up the entire stands with the energetic melody of the song "Dai Dai".
Although the musical performance was relatively brief to make way for the opening match between Mexico and South Africa, the ceremony still scored big points by deftly weaving in the colorful papel picado traditional paper-cut art.
In particular, a major surprise for fans of world toy art is the appearance of the character LABUBU (LABUBU POP MART) as a special guest at the event.
The image of this mischievous goblin dancing on the big stage truly created a wave of excitement among young viewers watching on screens.
Where to watch the World Cup 2026 opening live?
Fans in Vietnam can rest assured to follow the tournament thanks to broad broadcasts from media outlets:
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Broadcast television: Parents and kids can watch the program live on familiar national channels such as VTV3, VTV6 (VTV Can Tho), VTV9, VTV10 or via the VTVgo mobile app.
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Online platforms: The World Cup 2026 live broadcast with high-definition picture quality and smooth transmission is also shown on FPT Play, TV360, and the SCTV cable system.
Igniting love for football with your child through a world of creative sports toys
Beyond watching matches on the screen, helping children touch, move, and think about the beautiful game will help nurture a healthy lifestyle and stimulate your beloved child's overall development.
The Panini World Cup 2026 Starter Card Set
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The set includes a storage album and authentic card packs printed crisply on premium paper. This will be an exciting start for your child to build a collection of favorite players and immerse themselves in the lively atmosphere of FIFA World Cup 2026.
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