The biggest sporting event in the World, the FIFA World Cup 2014 kicks off in just a few days time on June 12, 2014 in Brazil. Football fans from around the World are ecstatic about the World Cup as 32 teams will take part in a competition that is celebrated like a big festival. The whole world’s eyes will be on Brazil as the host nation look to win a record sixth FIFA World Cup trophy.
However, before the actual kick-off takes place, a traditional opening ceremony will be held. The FIFA World Cup 2014 Opening Ceremony is scheduled to be held in Arena Corinthians, Sao Paulo that will feature live performances by some of the biggest stars in the World. Here are the details of the FIFA World Cup 2014 Opening Ceremony.

FIFA World Cup 2014 Opening Ceremony – Details

Date12 June 2014Time17:00 to 19:00 GMTVenueCorinthians Stadium,  São PauloTop Performers
Jennifer Lopez, Pittbul, Beyonce

Jennifer Lopez, Pitbul and Claudia Leitte

Jennifer Lopez, Pitbul and Claudia Leitte
JLO, Pitbull and local brazilian singer Claudia Leitte came together to produce the official FIFA World Cup 2014 Song “We Are One (Ole Ola)”. They, along with Brazilian band Olodum, will now share the stage on 12 June to perform the official song of the FIFA World Cup and all 3 will also have their individual performances at the opening ceremony. Their 25 minute performance will be coordinated by Belgian director Daphne Cornez.

Beyonce & Paul McCartney

Beyonce and Paul McCartney
One of the most famous singers today Beyonce and will team up with beatles signer Paul McCartney to perform live at the FIFA World Cup opening ceremony on 12 June 2014. It is however unknown yet, whether both will perform together or will have individual performances on the big night.

Mohammed Assaf

Mohammed Assaf
“Palestine idol” winner and a big name from middle east music industry, Mohammad Assaf has also been invited by FIFA president Sepp Blatter to perform at the biggest stage of them all, the world cup opening ceremony.
 
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