Future brought Atlanta energy to one of the biggest stages in sports, performing during the 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony in Los Angeles. The event took place at SoFi Stadium ahead of the United States’ opening match against Paraguay, giving the rapper a global platform in front of soccer fans from around the world.
Future joined a stacked lineup of international performers for the U.S. portion of the World Cup celebration. The Los Angeles ceremony featured major stars including Katy Perry, BLACKPINK’s Lisa, Anitta, Rema, and Tyla, helping turn the opening event into a full-scale entertainment showcase.
During the ceremony, Future teamed up with Tyla for a performance of “Game Time,” their official FIFA World Cup 2026 track. The song was built to match the energy of the tournament, blending Future’s trap influence with Tyla’s global pop and Afrobeats-inspired sound.
The performance marked a major moment for Future, who has spent years building his reputation as one of hip-hop’s most influential hitmakers. While he is already known for dominating charts, clubs, and festival stages, performing at the World Cup placed him in front of an even wider international audience.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is being hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, making it the largest edition of the tournament to date with 48 teams and 104 matches. The opening festivities were split across multiple host cities, with each country showcasing different performers and cultural moments.
For fans, Future’s appearance added a strong hip-hop presence to the global celebration. His performance with Tyla helped bridge music, sports, and culture, proving once again that hip-hop continues to play a major role on the world stage.