ITV viewers voiced their disappointment with the FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony just minutes into the broadcast. The event, held at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, featured performances by Shakira, Burna Boy, J Balvin, and Alejandro Fernández ahead of the match between Mexico and South Africa.
Viewer Backlash on Social Media
Taking to X, formerly Twitter, many viewers expressed confusion and frustration. One user wrote: "What the hell is going on? #OpeningCeremony." Another added: "Wtf is happening #OpeningCeremony?" A third commented: "Good lord, this is terrible." A fourth critic stated: "Even Shakira failed to save this dumpster fire opening ceremony, all the performances were so dead #OpeningCeremony."
Mixed Reactions
Despite the backlash, some viewers enjoyed the show. One fan shared: "90 minutes of PURE FIRE before a ball is even kicked. Shakira. J Balvin. Danny Ocean. Belinda. Lila Downs. The opening ceremony is already a concert of the decade." Another praised: "Shakira appreciation tweet! It wouldn't be a World Cup without that magnificent woman."
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