Lisa of BLACKPINK performed at the 2026 North American World Cup opening ceremony held in Los Angeles on December 12. She sang 'Goals,' an official World Cup album track, alongside Brazilian singer Anitta and Nigerian singer Rema. Dressed in all-white attire, Lisa performed with dozens of dancers across the ground, showcasing her powerful stage presence and creating a spectacular finale in front of a massive trophy. Singer Lee Jae opened the tournament by performing the World Cup theme song 'DNA' at the opening ceremony in Mexico City on December 11, while BTS is set to headline the halftime show at the championship final on December 19 in New Jersey, New York. The World Cup demonstrates K-pop artists' global influence by performing at crucial moments from opening to final.