The ceremony was centered around the theme of unity and inclusivity.


The first World Cup held in the Middle East kicked off with a spectacular opening ceremony inside Al Bayt Stadium, a facility designed to resemble a traditional Bedouin tent.
The night started with flashy fireworks and BTS sensation Jung Kook onstage. The ceremony opened with Oscar-winning actor Freeman narrating a video about “football’s ability to unite”.
The ceremony was centered around the theme of unity and inclusivity.
Let us take a look at some of the best images from the opening ceremony:
A giant replica of the World Cup trophy was a centrepiece of the opening ceremony.
General view of the official mascot La’eeb during the opening ceremony.
Fans watch fireworks after the World Cup inauguration match between Qatar and Ecuador at the Corniche sea promenade in Doha.
The actor Morgan Freeman sits on the stage next to World Cup ambassador Ghanim Al Muftah.
Three camels were featured in the opening ceremony.
Jungkook of BTS performs with Fahad Al Kubaisi during the World Cup opening ceremony.
Smoke from fireworks seen over the stadium at the opening ceremony prior the World Cup, group A soccer match between Qatar and Ecuador.
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