November 21, 2022
1 min read

Dreamy opening to FIFA World Cup with BTS’ Jungkook

Legendary American actor said football unites nations. “Football spans the world, unites nations in their love of the beautiful game. What brings together nations, brings together communities,” said Freeman…reports Asian Lite News

One of the most popular faces in Hollywood Morgan Freeman and South Korean singer BTS’ Jung Kook stole the limelight during a glittering opening of the FIFA World Cup 2022 at the Al Bayt Stadium here on Sunday.

One of the non-musical performers was American actor Morgan Freeman. The 85-year-old narrated the event live and delivered a speech about the “emotions that connect us all now”. It spanned around 20 minutes and kept the audience all around the world glued to their screens.

Legendary American actor said football unites nations. “Football spans the world, unites nations in their love of the beautiful game. What brings together nations, brings together communities,” said Freeman.

However, besides Freedman, the real star of the nearly hour-long ceremony had to be BTS’ Jung Kook laying down his new tune “Dreamers” for the 60,000-capacity stadium. Surrounded by dancers, the international superstar and South Korean supporter set the standard for World Cup opening ceremonies to come.

The stadium was also packed as the glitz and glamour of the ceremony caught all the limelight. Some of the superstars of the world performed.

Among the famous faces in the crowd was former England captain David Beckham, who has been working as an ambassador for Qatar 2022.

One of the most colourful elements of the show was an appearance by all former World Cup mascots, including South Africa’s Zakumi and Footix from France 1998.

After the performances, His Highness The Amit, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani gave a speech.

“Welcome and good luck to all,” he said in English. His speech was followed by loud cheers by the crowd.

ALSO READ-Messi, Ronaldo first-ever joint ad pic break internet

Previous Story

Pakistan seeks CPEC-style ties with Saudi

Next Story

‘ULFA-I has lost most of its influence in Assam’

Latest from -Top News

Xi to Personally Welcome Modi, Putin   

Analysts suggest that Xi is intent on using the Tianjin summit to showcase an emerging multipolar world order, distinct from Western-led institutions Chinese President Xi Jinping will personally welcome Prime Minister Narendra

‘Ukraine Banks On India For Peace’

Zelensky says Kyiv was relying on “India’s contribution” to bring the conflict to a close, emphasising that New Delhi’s long-standing commitment to peace and dialogue gave it a unique role in global

Trump’s 50% Tariff Shock Hits India

A draft order issued by the US Department of Homeland Security on Monday confirmed that the additional 25% tariff will come into effect today, raising the total duties on most Indian imports

South Africa woos India at PIO summit

Hosted by the Indian High Commission, the gathering marked a fresh initiative to celebrate the contributions of the Indian community to South Africa’s democratic and cultural life More than a dozen prominent
Go toTop

Don't Miss

Qatar games unite people

“Football is universal. In other words, sport is universal and

Japan stun 4-time champions Germany 2-1 in group E

Manuel Neuer’s goal on more than one occasion, pulled level