Belinda Shines in 80,000 Swarovski Crystals at 2026 World Cup Opening
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Singer Belinda performed at the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City, singing
Mexican singer Belinda captivated audiences at the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City, not only with her performance but also with a dazzling outfit adorned with over 80,000 Swarovski crystals. Performing alongside Los รngeles Azules, she sang "Por Ella," a song featured on the official FIFA album. Belinda's ensemble, a pink top and Levi's jeans, was a fusion of denim and sparkling pink stones, designed by Juan Carlos Plasencia, also known as "Juka."
The singer's appearance drew significant attention, with the crystals adding sparkle to her every move. The outfit's estimated value ranges from 600,000 to over 1.7 million pesos. Complementing the striking attire, Belinda wore a JACOB & CO watch, a luxury brand whose models can fetch prices up to $20 million.
The opening spectacle, held at the Estadio Ciudad de Mรฉxico before 87,000 attendees and millions of global viewers, also featured performances by Lila Downs, Danny Ocean, J Balvin, Shakira, Manรก, Andrea Bocelli, and EJAE. Many viewers considered this ceremony the most notable of the 2026 World Cup's opening events, with anticipation building for the United States' upcoming match against Paraguay.
Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.