World Cup Opening Ceremony World Cup Wackiness
Flags from all the participating nations are unveiled.
Costa Rica fans in a devilishly good mood.
Traditional Bavarian dress and some fancy headgear. It could only be Munich...
It wouldn't be Bavaria without a bit of traditional dancing.
FIFA President Sepp Blatter and German football legend Franz Beckenbauer look very pleased that the World Cup is finally under way.
Rhythmic cowbell swinging -- one of the more amusing moments in the ceremony.
German band Seed provide the musical accompaniment.
Beloved German singer Herbert Groenemeyer entertains the crowd.
Chancellor Angela Merkel seems to be having a good time.
Football rivalries are set aside as German and Costa Rican fans celebrate together.
Pele shows the World Cup trophy to the crowd. But who will be holding it in one month's time?
It wouldn't be a proper opening ceremony without some ridiculous costumes.
