Luzhniki Olympic Stadium, where will be the inauguration of the World Cup of 2018, and the first game of the tournament.
The show will begin half an hour before the start of the first game between the local and Saudi Arabia.
"The inaugural party is always very symbolic; It is that moment when you realize that the great moment you've been waiting for four years, as a player or an amateur, has finally arrived. No one knows what will happen in the four weeks of the championship, but everyone is sure to be memorable, "Ronaldo said.
"Of course, it's also an emotional party for the hosts. After so much hard work, all of a sudden, the whole world has gathered in your own home to celebrate their love of football. I felt it in Brazil four years ago, and now I am happy to share this emotion also with the Russians "continued the idol of Brazil.
The event will have a slightly different format than those seen in previous editions. It'll be easier and it will last less time. The show is scheduled half an hour before the start of the first competition game, between the local and Saudi Arabia, at 12 o'clock (Argentina time).
However, there is something that will remain the same: the basic theme, which is to pay homage not only to football but also to the host country. This time, through an interpretation by Garifullina, one of the most acclaimed young voices in Russia.
However, there is something that will remain the same: the basic theme, which is to pay homage not only to football but also to the host country. This time, through an interpretation by Garifullina, one of the most acclaimed young voices in Russia.
On the other hand, the production of the show will be in charge of the Russian television channel One and will be directed by Felix Mikhailov, the creative mind that is part of the main events celebrated during the whole world 2018.
"We are pleased to introduce a new format for the opening and closing ceremonies of the FIFA World Cup, in terms of its duration and its start time, closer to the kickoff," explained Mikhailov.
"At the same time, the action will extend beyond the stadium, covering the city and the surroundings of the Luzhniki Stadium. The opening ceremony will be codirected by my friend Ilya Averbukh, who has brought a new colour to the show on the field. And of course, our event will deal with football and love, "he closed.