Lisa, a member of the popular K-pop group Blackpink, has been officially confirmed to perform at the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, making her the first female K-pop artist and the first Thai performer to achieve this honor. The tournament will be held from June 11 to July 19, 2026, across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Organizers are planning three separate opening ceremonies, marking this as one of the largest World Cup events ever staged in North America. Fans have expressed their excitement on social media, celebrating Lisa's historic role in the event. Alongside her, other major artists such as Katy Perry, rapper Future, and DJ Sanjoy are expected to perform. The tournament will kick off at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, where the host nation is set to face South Africa, while the United States will begin its campaign against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Lisa and Blackpink recently attended the 2026 Met Gala and are also generating buzz for their upcoming projects, including a potential third full-length album, Born To Shine.