BTS Jungkook, Morgan Freeman shine at Qatar World Cup opening

Glittering ceremony

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Fireworks at Al Bayt

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Jungkook performs

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Dreamers

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Optimism

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Tribute

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Moving monologue

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Sharing the stage

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Reactions

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