opening

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As is traditional for high-profile debuts, executives were due to ring the opening bell to mark the start of the session -- in this case at New York's Times Square, home of the Nasdaq.

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

Azteca Stadium, as most people know it, is steeped in soccer history and is now the only venue to host three World Cup opening ceremonies.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

"We really congratulated him because he gives a lot to the team," said Julian Quinones, who scored in the ninth minute for the opening goal of the competition to put Mexico ahead.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

The tournament kicked off on Thursday night with the opening ceremony and first game between Mexico and and South Africa.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

‘Come on, boy,’ I said, pulling away from the opening so he could follow me out.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler