The 2014 FIFA World Cup Opening Ceremony

Performers dressed as soccer balls take part in the World Cup's opening ceremony.

A view of the opening ceremony performance from the top of the arena.

Performers bounce on a trampoline.

The Brazilian flag was displayed during one of the performances.

A dancer performs during the opening ceremony.

There many of the performers wore elaborate costumes.

Dancers demonstrate the Brazilian martial art Capoeira during the opening ceremony.

The singers Jennifer Lopez, Pitbull, and Claudia Leitte performing.

The crowd cheers berfore the Group A match between Brazil and Croatia at the Corinthians Arena in Sao Paulo after the opening ceremony.