Erik Rubín questions World Cup 2026 opening show: 'What's the point?'

Mexican singer Erik Rubín offered a less-than-enthusiastic reaction to the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony, which he watched from home.

Before Mexico's match against South Africa, Rubín shared a clip of the performance on social media. The video showed dancers from the Ballet Folklorico de México de Amalia Hernández performing around Venezuelan artist Dany Ocean. Rubín accompanied the clip with the caption "¿y eso qué?" – roughly translating to "And what's that?" or "What's the point?" – indicating his bewilderment or disapproval.

While Rubín did not elaborate on his specific criticisms, speculation suggests his reaction might stem from the dancers' costumes. The traditional Jalisco attire, typically featuring a blouse with long sleeves and ribbons, appeared to be modernized with what looked like sweatshirts, a departure from the customary style. The performance also included singer Dany Ocean.

The World Cup opening ceremony, held at the Estadio Ciudad de México, featured a blend of cultural elements and musical performances, but Rubín's reaction highlights a potential disconnect between the artistic direction and some audience expectations.

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¿y eso qué?