Vibrant colourful ceremony kicks off World Cup 2018

Luzhniki Stadium on the opening night. (Photo: Getty)

FIFA Legend and 2010 FIFA World Cup winner Iker Casillas and Russian supermodel and philanthropist Natalia Vodianova were seen next to the World Cup Trophy at Luzhniki Stadium. (Photo: Getty)

Iker Casillas held the World Cup trophy. (Photo: Getty)

Global music icon Robbie Williams performed at the opening ceremony. (Photo: The Guardian)

Arts and musical performances on the opening night. (Photo: FIFA)

Former Brazilian football star Ronaldo and Zabivaka, the official mascot of the 2018 World Cup, appeared at the Luzhniki Stadium. (Photo: Reuters)

Russian President Vladimir Putin delivers his opening remarks. (Photo: ITV)

The Group A opener between Russia and Saudi Arabia took place after the opening ceremony. (Photo: FIFA)