Shakira, local flair dominate World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico

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Latin pop icon Shakira headlined the opening ceremony of the largest-ever FIFA World Cup during the match between co-hosts Mexico and South Africa at Mexico City's renovated Azteca Stadium. The 48-team tournament is co-hosted by Mexico, the United States, and Canada.

Pop star Shakira led a line-up of Latin singers who helped open the biggest ever World Cup before the opening match between co-hosts Mexico and South Africa on Thursday. The storied Azteca Stadium - officially known at the Mexico City Stadium during the World Cup - hosted the party and has been renovated for the 48-team tournament, which is being co-hosted with the United States and Canada.