LOS ÁNGELES AZULES AND BELINDA SHINE DURING THE FIFA WORLD CUP 2026™ OPENING CEREMONY IN MEXICO
Miami, FL (June 11, 2026) – Today marks a historic moment. The FIFA World Cup 2026™ officially kicked off with a celebration filled with music, color, and profound meaning. Mexico City Stadium served as the stage where the first note of this tournament was played, launching a competition that will be shared by Canada, Mexico and the United States and united by a passion for soccer that connects millions of people around the world.
The opening ceremony at Mexico City Stadium brought together some of the most recognized Latin voices in the global music industry, and Los Ángeles Azules and Belinda delivered one of the event’s standout performances.
Los Ángeles Azules, who have been featured in the FIFA World Cup 2026™’s most significant events this week, including México Vibra and the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Countdown Concert, once again demonstrated why they are the most renowned cumbia group in the world. Joined by international pop star Belinda, they performed “Por Ella”, the No. 1 song on Mexican radio and one of the tracks featured on the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Album. Their performance had not only the thousands of fans in attendance dancing throughout the stadium, but also the millions of viewers around the world who followed the event through television broadcasts and streaming platforms.
Written by Horacio Palencia, Diego Bollella, Elías Mejía, and Belinda Peregrín, “Por Ella” has emerged as one of the songs most deeply rooted in Mexican identity within this edition of the tournament. With its powerful lyrics, the track spreads joy, excitement, and celebration for the World Cup.
Los Ángeles Azules and Belinda left the crowd energized with their infectious chemistry and unmistakable cumbia rhythm. The performance became a true explosion of music and dance that resonated around the globe.
The FIFA World Cup 2026™ will feature 104 matches across 16 host cities, beginning today, June 11, in Mexico City and concluding on Sunday, July 19, at New York New Jersey Stadium.
ABOUT LOS ANGELES AZULES:
The success of Los Ángeles Azules knows no borders. With more than 17 million monthly listeners, they rank among Spotify’s 500 most-streamed artists worldwide. Their music has reached audiences across Mexico, Argentina, Colombia, Canada, the United States (where they will embark on a new tour in 2026), Spain, Germany, England, and many other countries. Originally from Iztapalapa, Los Ángeles Azules are recognized as the leading ambassadors of cumbia worldwide, bringing their music to major international stages and festivals including Vive Latino and Coachella. They became the first Mexican group inducted into YouTube’s Billion Views Club and remain the only Mexican act with two videos surpassing one billion views: “Nunca es suficiente” featuring Natalia Lafourcade (more than 2 billion views) and “Mis sentimientos” featuring Ximena Sariñana. Throughout their career, they have collaborated with renowned artists including Thalía, Ricky Martin, Natalia Lafourcade, Belinda, Juanes, Nicki Nicole, Ha*Ash, Melissa Robles (Matisse’s singer), Carlos Vives, and Manuel Turizo. They have also earned numerous awards and nominations from organizations such as the GRAMMY Awards, Latin GRAMMY Awards, Premio Lo Nuestro, Billboard Latin Music Awards and the Latin American Music Awards, among others. They have also been recognized with the Hispanic Heritage Award from the Hispanic Heritage Foundation. The group is currently touring with Cumbia Sin Fronteras 2026 across Mexico and the United States. More than a tour, Cumbia Sin Fronteras 2026 is a celebration of music’s ability to unite generations and transcend borders. Through their vibrant sound, Los Ángeles Azules continue to strengthen their role as global ambassadors of cumbia, connecting cultures, rhythms and hearts.
ABOUT BELINDA:
Throughout her career, Belinda has earned more than 94 awards and 215 nominations, solidifying her status as the Princess of Latin Pop. From her beginnings as a child star to becoming a successful entrepreneur and fashion icon, her achievements span music, television, international film and business. Belinda has established herself as one of Latin pop’s most influential and innovative artists. Always at the forefront of musical trends, she continuously pushes creative boundaries by experimenting with new sounds, including corridos tumbados, expanding her artistic repertoire and connecting with new generations of listeners. With more than 1.25 million albums sold, her self-titled debut album Belinda (2003) became a landmark release, reaching No. 1 on Billboard in Mexico. The album’s success was driven by memorable hits such as “Ángel,” “Boba niña nice,” and “Vivir.” Her album Utopía remains one of the defining works of her career, featuring iconic songs such as “Bella traición” and “Luz sin gravedad,” which became anthems for an entire generation. Belinda has also been honored with the Musical Evolution Award at Billboard’s Latin Women in Music, recognizing her artistic growth and lasting contributions to the music industry. In addition, she holds a record number of performances at Mexico City’s Auditorio Nacional, a testament to her enduring popularity and strong connection with audiences.