World Cup kicks off in Mexico with Shakira, performers and vibrant fans

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Today, the focus is on Mexico’s festivities. Ahead of the co-hosts match against South Africa, fans in the stadium were treated to musical performances from Shakira, Colombia’s J Balvin, Afrobeats star Burna Boy, Latin music star Danny Ocean and Fher Olvera.

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